Overview

Head of Outdoor EducationPermanent Full Time Post | Starting January 2026 or soon after. We are seeking a dynamic, highly organised and well-qualified individual to lead our outstanding Outdoor Education programme, from January 2026. The successful applicant will have an excellent working knowledge of outdoor education, alongside previous experience of teaching outdoor education to young people. They will be a motivational and personable instructor, able to stimulate a passion for outdoor education in our pupils. They will have overall responsibility for the leadership and development of the school''s outdoor education programme, which already includes sailing, canoeing, climbing and a significant Duke of Edinburgh''s Award programme.This is an exciting time to join The Leys as we seek to build on the excellent current provision within the school, cementing the place of outdoor education as fundamental for developing leadership, confidence, teamwork and communication in our pupils. This is a permanent, full-time position, which will require the appointee to commit fully to the life of the school during term time, and to offer flexibility for running a small number of trips during the school holidays.For a full description of the role please see the Candidate Information Pack.Responsibilities

Lead and develop the outdoor education programme (sailing, canoeing, climbing and Duke of Edinburgh''s Award) and drive continuous improvement.Provide senior leadership for the programme and work with pupils to develop leadership, confidence, teamwork and communication through outdoor education.Commit to the life of the school during term time and offer flexibility for running a small number of trips during school holidays.Collaborate with staff to ensure a high-quality, safe, inclusive and engaging outdoor education experience.Qualifications and qualities

Excellent working knowledge of outdoor education, alongside previous experience of teaching outdoor education to young people.Motivational and personable instructor, able to stimulate a passion for outdoor education in our pupils.About The Leys

The Leys is an inclusive and inspiring co-educational boarding and day school offering an incredible learning environment and pupil experience in Cambridge. Putting pupils at the heart of everything we do, our shared values create a strong, caring, and cohesive community. The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated, successful, and welcoming team of teaching and business professionals, committed to working together to combine their skills, experience, and insights to deliver an excellent education to our pupils.The Leys is an extremely rewarding place to work. We hope you will take the time to look at our website, The Leys School, to find out more about us.How to apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit a completed application form including covering letter, addressed to The Head, to the Recruitment Team (recruitment@theleys.net) The Leys School, Cambridge, CB2 7AD by 09.00am on 3rd October 2025. Interviews will be held week commencing 13th October 2025. If you are unable to interview w/c 13 October, please indicate your availability in your application.We will review applications as they arrive and reserve the right to withdraw this advert if a suitable applicant is found, therefore we encourage an early application.This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Before appointment to any role in the school, checks including an Enhanced DBS Check and workplace references will be undertaken in accordance with current statutory guidance. Evidence of eligibility to work in the UK is required. A six-month probationary period will also apply.The Foundation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity and celebrates the diverse voice of our community.This role has the opportunity for regular contact with pupils and therefore is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.By applying for this role, you are consenting to The Leys School storing your personal data. Please read our ''Privacy Notice for Job Applicants'' for further details.

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