You will work within the Programmes Team to develop new educational content, deliver training workshops to volunteers, lead volunteer recruitment and oversee our impact frameworks.
Main responsibilities & accountabilities
Educational Strategy:
Work closely with the Head of Expeditions to articulate a comprehensive educational approach for all our programmes.
Integrate innovative and experiential learning approaches appropriate for the young people we serve into curriculum (volunteer training, Young Explorer training and programmes) to enhance our impact.
Curriculum development:
Design and develop the knowledge component of our programmes in line with report recommendations and our mission.
Ensure that the curriculum integrates outdoor skills development, personal growth, and relevant project work.
Develop templates and guidelines to support volunteers to design knowledge projects in line with our educational approach.
Leader Recruitment
Recruit and assess appropriately skilled volunteer leader teams for upcoming expeditions including; advertising, shortlisting, assessments and selection.
Deliver the Leader Recruitment plan, and identify new opportunities to support volunteer growth.
Leader and Young Explorer Training:
Manage, plan and deliver appropriate, robust induction and training for Leaders, appropriate for each expedition location, operational model and client group.
Develop core training syllabuses in consultation with technical advisors and Chief Leaders.
Use existing content to build a practical Young Explorer training programme which can be delivered by volunteers.
Provide training and development opportunities for expedition leaders and educators to ensure they are well-equipped to deliver the curriculum effectively.
SHORTLISTING PROCESS
British Exploring Society actively welcomes applications from people who have significant life experience, transferable skills and are considering a career change or a change in levels of responsibility.
We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We utilise an anonymous shortlisting process for recruitment, which means no personal data will be visible to the shortlisting panel.
If you are interested in applying and require any accessibility adjustments to the interview process, please do let us know when you apply.
STAFF BENEFITS
23 days' paid holiday each year + 8 days' (normal English Bank and Public holidays)
An additional day off for your birthday (on completion of probation)
Pension Contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Cycle to work scheme
Hybrid Working (minimum of 2 days a week in the central London office)
PLEASE NOTE: This role is dependent on satisfactory receipt of an enhanced DBS check and we will expect the post holder to visit an expedition during July/August 2024