Outdoor Course Tutor​/Teacher - Coastland College

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of outdoor leaders?

At Coastland College, we are looking for a passionate, skilled and motivated Outdoor Course Tutor / Teacher to join our dynamic Outdoor Adventure team. If you thrive in the outdoors, love seeing learners grow, and want to work somewhere where your impact goes far beyond the classroom — we’d love to hear from you.

• Deliver outstanding practical and classroom‑based teaching in outdoor adventure and sport activities.
• Lead progressive outdoor programmes in land and water‑based disciplines.
• Prepare high‑quality lesson plans, schemes of work and assessments.
• Support learners with pastoral care, progress monitoring, attendance, and achievement.
• Organise trips, visits, expeditions and enrichment opportunities.
• Contribute to course leadership, curriculum development and self‑assessment.
• Work collaboratively with the wider department and act as a positive role model for young people.
• Maintain high levels of safety, professionalism and safeguarding throughout your work.

• A range of National Governing Body outdoor qualifications (e.g., Walking, Climbing, Paddle sports, Mountain Bike).
• Experience teaching or instructing young people (16+).
• Excellent practical delivery skills across a variety of outdoor activities.
• Strong organisational, communication and administrative skills.
• Ability to work independently with groups on‑ or off‑site.
• English & Maths at Level 2.
• First Aid qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Teaching qualification at Level 5+ (or willingness to work towards).
• A commitment to high standards in Health & Safety.
• Full UK driving licence with business insurance.

• Assessor/Verifier qualifications.
• Fitness Or Vocational Teaching Qualifications.
• Military/cadet or public services teaching background.
• Additional activity qualifications (e.g., Ropes Course, Archery, Sailing/Safety Boat, D1 Minibus).

Who we are:

Coastland College is a General Further Education College spread across two campuses – one situated on the stunning Jurassic coastline in Weymouth and the other on a beautiful 18th Century Estate near the market town of Dorchester. As a newly united organisation, we’re bringing together the best of both Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College to create an even stronger learning experience, with enhanced resources, a broader range of courses and industry-standard facilities.

We are Connected | We are Courageous | We are Dynamic | We are Empowering | We are Welcoming

With our combined expertise and resources, Coastland College is now one of the most dynamic and versatile further education providers in the region. From A-Levels to vocational courses and land-based studies to Apprenticeships, we have one purpose: to inspire our students and apprentices for individual success beyond expectation, ensuring that they are future-ready and prepared for today and tomorrow’s world.

Our supportive and dedicated community of staff place our students at the heart of everything they do, ensuring every learner thrives.

Whatever your reasons for wanting to join our college community, we promise you a warm welcome and a highly supportive, flexible approach to your work - designed to help you reach your full potential. We also offer many great benefits, all with the aim of supporting your health, wellbeing and personal development:

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 holiday days, plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part time roles) increasing by one additional day for each completed year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days after five years of continuous service.
• Additional efficiency closure days over Christmas and Easter
• Generous Pension Scheme through either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) / Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) depending on your role
• Access to Care First - our FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme
• Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development
• Family friendly policies
• A person‑centred annual appraisal focusing on your wellbeing and CPD
• Free on‑site parking
• Free on‑site gym
• Employee discounts at on‑site facilities such as Signature Hair &…