Job Description

Head of Adventure and Outdoor Education - fulltime (37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks)

Salary: Competitive

To start 1st September 2025

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Sunday 11th May 2025

Interviews to be held week beginning 19th May 2025

The Head of Adventure and Outdoor Education will strategically plan and implement a programme of outdoor learning and challenge activities for all our pupils which enhances and complements our academic curriculum, capitalises on all available opportunities in our local community and beyond, invigorates the pupil experience at Clifton High School and supports pupil mental and physical well-being.

The new post-holder will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive adventure curriculum that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and personal growth among students aged 3 to 18. The Head of Adventure and Outdoor Education will also take on the responsibilities of Educational Visits Co-ordinator.

The successful post-holder will be enthusiastic and passionate about adventure education, creative and innovative in developing engaging activities and empathetic and supportive, with a focus on student well-being. They will have proven experience in leading adventure programs or similar activities, strong leadership and team management skills, an ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and the community and a commitment to promoting teamwork, collaboration, and inclusivity.

They will have formal qualifications in outdoor education and activities, with a desire to undertake and develop further ultimately to the level of Mountain Leader and International Mountain Leader, and ideally - but not essential - a Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent in Outdoor Education, or a related field.

Further details and an application form can be found on our website. Please apply via: Vacancies - Clifton High School Completed application forms should include a suitability statement to illustrate how the requirements of the post will be met.

About Us

Clifton High School is an academically selective, co-educational, independent day school for approximately 780 pupils aged 3-18 years. Situated on a beautiful Bristol site, our educational offering is underpinned by a strong pastoral and family ethos. We value individuality and positively celebrate diversity and inclusion in every area of the school.

Clifton High School is a place where diversity is celebrated, and individual brilliance is valued. Clifton High School is a place where everyone can belong. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment and attracting, developing, and retaining individuals with diverse experiences. We welcome applicants from all sections of our community including those from the global majority, LGBTQ+ community, neurodiverse, and disabled individuals. Our community is collaborative and committed to shared learning from multiple perspectives. We provide a supportive, respectful, and empowering environment where everyone can achieve their full potential. If you share our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, we invite you to apply for any open positions at Clifton High School.

Clifton High School is committed to safeguarding children and young people and expects all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 11/05/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025