Field Studies Council

Trainee Tutor Apprenticeship

Field Studies Council (FSC) are looking for Trainee Tutors! The Graduate Development Programme which is designed to prepare individuals with the skills and attributes to become Outdoor Education Tutors. During the programme each Trainee Tutor will work towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeship qualification.

Alongside your studies, you will build experience working with primary and secondary schools to deliver curriculum-linked activities that will increase students’ understanding of nature and the environment. 

Following successful completion of this programme, more than 80% of our apprentice tutors go on to be employed as permanent tutors with the Field Studies Council!

The current locations involved in the programme are listed below, but subject to change;
– Blencathra (Lake District)
– Juniper Hall (Surrey)
– Nettlecombe Court (Somerset)
– Preston Montford (Shropshire)
– Slapton Ley (South Devon)

The programme will involve on and off the job training, professional development, and assessment, and it is
currently anticipated that the programme will be as follows:
• 10 days Induction and Safety Training
• Level 3 Award Learning in Beyond the Classroom
• Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid
• Level 3 Qualification in Lowland Walk Leadership

To find out more please visit the Field Studies Council website here.

Day to day duties:

• Learn to provide active outdoor learning in a variety of environments, weather conditions and terrain, being able to deliver standard courses to visiting primary and secondary groups. 
• Learn more about how to work with and support teaching staff in course delivery, involving welcoming groups and preparing classrooms, resources, equipment, and IT. 
• Support in the delivery of community and outreach activities and events. 
• Be a part of our duty system that requires evening or overnight cover – an important part of the service provision to our groups and learners as well as a core part of working in this industry.  
• Build your skills in adaptability as you navigate working with new people and adapt to new environments. 
• The opportunity to be based in a couple of different Field Studies Council locations during your time with us – each centre has a unique learning experience to offer you and those you deliver learning experiences to. 
• The opportunity to learn alongside experienced teams as well as your fellow cohort of Trainee Tutors, building an invaluable network of professional contacts along the way 

Qualifications and skills:

• Essential:  We are looking for individuals who are educated to degree level in Science, Geography, Environmental Studies or a closely allied discipline.
• Experience of and enthusiasm for being in the outdoor environment. 
• The ability to use standard office software, social media and SMART technology to effectively support learning.
• A great work ethic where aptitude and attitude are key. 
• A natural pride in your work and impact. 
• A flexible and adaptive approach able to perform using your own initiative both independently and as a team player. 
• A professional approach to all that you do.  
• Empathy with the aims and objectives of Field Studies Council.
• A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges.

Essential Details:

Salary: £22,308 per annum + excellent benefits + accommodation available (subject to availability)

Closing date: 11.59pm on 26th May 2024

Interviews: An interview assessment is scheduled to take place on 9 and 10 June 2024 at Field Studies Council Preston Montford in Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

We will need you to arrive for 4pm on Sunday 9th June. Overnight accommodation will be provided free of charge. If you are unable to attend our interview assessment, we may be also able to accommodate an online interview, so please still submit your application if interested.

Start date: 12th August 2024

If you have any queries regarding this programme, please contact Becky Langman (Trainee Tutor Coordinator) via email at b.langman@field-studies-council.org