Animal Care Lead / Outdoor Educator
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 to £130 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | WELLING, GREATER LONDON |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 4 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Animal Care Lead / Outdoor Educator
Location: Welling, Kent
Pay: £110 - £130 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5:15pm, Term Time Only
Peak Education Recruitment is working with a unique specialist education provider in Welling that is seeking an enthusiastic Animal Care Lead / Outdoor Educator to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in Animal Care, Animal Management, Animal Science, Equine Studies, Veterinary Care or a related field who is passionate about working with young people in an outdoor learning environment.
The provision supports students aged 14-19 with SEMH needs, neurodiversity and learning difficulties through practical, engaging and therapeutic learning experiences.
The Role
You will support and lead Animal Care learning activities, helping young people develop practical skills, confidence and positive outcomes through hands-on experiences.
The successful candidate will:
- Support and deliver Animal Care activities and learning
- Work with small groups and on a 1:1 basis
- Support students with varying learning and emotional needs
- Assist with land-based and outdoor learning projects
- Work closely with animals as part of the educational provision
- Contribute positively to a therapeutic and supportive learning environment
Person Specification
We are keen to hear from candidates who have:
- A qualification in Animal Care, Animal Management, Animal Science, Equine Studies or a related subject
- Experience working with animals in an educational, commercial or care setting
- Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable adults
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A positive, proactive and adaptable approach
Desirable
- Teaching, training, assessing or coaching experience
- Experience within education, alternative provision or SEND environments
- First Aid qualification
- Experience delivering vocational qualifications such as BTEC or AQA
Working Environment
This is a predominantly outdoor role, so applicants must be comfortable working outside throughout the year and in varying weather conditions.
The site includes:
- Outdoor learning environments
- Covered outdoor kitchen areas
- Indoor library facilities
- Indoor computer rooms
- Staff hubs and breakout spaces
- Eco-toilet facilities
- Woodland and land-based learning areas
Compliance Requirements
Applicants must hold an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new Enhanced DBS as part of the registration process.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to combine their passion for animal care with making a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
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.