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ACTIVITY CO-ORDINATOR

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
24/08/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 22/09/2026 12:00
Salary:
30550 - 33800
Job Category:
Education
Vacancy ID:
301098
Employment Location:
North East
Closing date:
22 Sep
Further Information
ACTIVITY CO-ORDINATOR

45 hours per week (8.00 am to 5.00 pm on a rota 5 days out of 7)

Term Time Only will be considered

Salary £30,550 - £33,800 (depending on age & experience, Pro rata for term time only)

Outdoor-Ambition Limited (OAL) is a successful and growing business which provides Alternative Education to students and young people aged 5-19yrs who are struggling to access mainstream education. We engage our young people through Adventurous and Educational opportunities in the great outdoors alongside other pursuits to ensure they achieve good outcomes.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, caring, and supportive team who are passionate about delivering engaging, high-quality opportunities for all the students we work with. The Young people we work with can be disengaged with classroom-based learning or have a range of needs or be vulnerable for example; Special Educational Needs or have Social, Emotional, or Mental Health (SEMH) additional needs.

If you are passionate about supporting young people to be the best they can be, we have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic Activity Coordinator to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who’s passionate about outdoor education, enjoys working with young people, and wants to develop their career in a fun, adventurous, and meaningful setting.

You will support the Managing Director and the wider team to ensure the smooth day to day running of our business to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the young people we work with, our staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will have experience working with groups as the lead/ assistant instructor. You will be passionate about outdoor pursuits as the majority of your work will be conducted in the adventurous environment. This will allow you to develop your style and confidence with the full spectrum of the clients and students we have. Activity Coordinators are proactive, realistic and flexible, using their initiative to ensure successful outcomes. You will have greater responsibility for equipment and staff. At times you will be organising multiple sessions guiding both freelance and third-party staff and managing the needs of the young people in your care.

As a small business it is crucial all of our staff are self-motivated, ambitious with the vision and adaptability to multitask across all areas of the business to ensure effective operations.

Normal hours of work are 45 hours per week, 8.00 am to 5.00 pm on a rota 5 days out of 7. These hours can be variable, and you may be required to work additional hours outside of this and will receive a minimum of 1 weeks’ notice of any additional hours required. Due to the nature of the role and it’s changing schedule you must be flexible in your working hours and be willing to work additional hours when required, which could involve early mornings, evening and weekend working.

Candidates must be able to work in locations across the North East of England. Currently, the Centres are in Darlington and Newburn. Driving is an essential requirement.

Every member of our team is integral to enabling Outdoor Ambition Limited to deliver the successful programmes for young people and each role is critical in enabling quality provision of our services to schools.

Outdoor-Ambition is an inclusive, caring and friendly organisation and we accept applications from all areas of the community. You will join our dedicated, friendly and motivated team who are passionate about delivering excellent and engaging opportunities whilst caring for the students and their needs. You will be joining our organisation at an exciting time as we grow, and you will be given the opportunity to develop and grow your skills as our business continues to expand.

If you feel that you can demonstrate the characteristics and skills we are looking for and hold the relevant qualifications, then we would like to hear from you.

Outdoor-Ambition recognises and values the exceptional commitment and goodwill all staff bring to the organization and offer a generous renumeration package including additional benefits:
  • Contributory Company Pension Scheme
  • Fully Funded Continuing Professional Development (repayable if you leave within 6 months)
  • Free car parking / cycle storage
  • Generous Annual Leave entitlement
  • Free Uniform
  • Overtime Opportunities
Outdoor-Ambition is committed to safer recruitment practice to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils we work with and expects all staff to share this commitment.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This will include online searches as part of our recruitment due diligence for all shortlisted candidates, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026.

Application forms are available from and completed applications are to be returned by email directly to: Michelle.Charlton@outdoor-ambition.co.uk

If you would like an informal chat, please contact Lloyd Murray on 07801 444495 (no recruitment agencies)
Please note
This job is closed for applications.
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