Outdoor Learning Officer (Casual)

Essex Wildlife Trust is the county’s leading conservation charity.  It has more than 35,800 members, manages and protects over 8,400 acres of land on 87 nature reserves and 2 nature parks and runs 11 visitor centres.  The aim of Essex Wildlife Trust is to Protect Wildlife for the Future and for the People of Essex.  It is supported financially by members, local businesses and grant making organisations.  It is one of the largest of the 47 county wildlife trusts that work together throughout the British Isles as The Wildlife Trusts.

We have an exciting opportunity at Abbotts Hall Farm for an Outdoor Learning Officer (casual).

Due to a significant increase in demand we would like to offer the opportunity to join our Outdoor Learning team to organise and deliver Forest School, outdoor learning workshops and school grounds development to children, young adults and adults in a variety of settings across Essex.

You should have experience of Forest School sessions; working outdoors; working with children and a good general knowledge of Essex wildlife. Flexibility to work when required and use of own vehicle is essential. 

Please note that an enhanced DBS check is required for this post.

Are you an enthusiastic and engaging individual with a passion for wildlife?  If the answer is yes then this could be the role for you.

Closing date: Tuesday 9^th November 2017, 5pm.

Interview date: Wednesday 29^th November 2017

How to apply: visit www.essexwt.org.uk/jobs

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Please return your application to jobs@essexwt.org.uk or post to

HR Department, Essex Wildlife Trust, Abbotts Hall Farm, Maldon Road, Great Wigborough, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7RZ