Outdoor Educator - Animal Care & Science


Company:	senploy
Salary:	TO BE CONFIRMED - DEPENDENT ON EXPERENCE
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	DA16 1TN
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Nov 2026
Closing date:	30 Nov 2026

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Summary

Welling

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Temporary to Permanent

Salary: Dependent on Experience (TBC)

Hours: Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Are you a qualified educator with a background in Animal Care?

Do you enjoy working outdoors and inspiring young people through practical, hands-on learning?

Are you looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are currently recruiting for an Outdoor Educator - Animal Care & Science Lead to join a specialist educational provision supporting young people with additional needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about outdoor learning, animal care and helping learners develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

• Delivering engaging Animal Care and Science lessons

• Supporting students working towards vocational qualifications

• Leading outdoor learning activities and practical projects

• Encouraging positive engagement, wellbeing and personal development

• Supporting educational visits and off-site activities

• Working closely with colleagues to provide the best outcomes for students

• Maintaining accurate records and assessment documentation

• A teaching qualification at Level 5 or above

• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Animal Care

• Experience teaching or supporting Animal Care, Animal Management or Animal Science

• A flexible and positive approach to learning and behaviour support

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• A genuine passion for working with young people

You must hold an Enhanced DBS registered on the DBS Update Service. Applications without an active Update Service subscription cannot be considered.

• Immediate start available

• Temp to perm opportunity

• Supportive and welcoming team environment

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Opportunity to combine education, animal care and outdoor learning in one unique role

• Chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people every day

If you're ready for a role that combines teaching, outdoor education and animal care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.

Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed.

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