Learning And Engagement Officer

Here at Lee Valley Regional Park Authority, we are looking to recruit an energetic and inspiring individual to help deliver our diverse range of outdoor Learning and community engagement activities across our 10,000 outdoor classroom.

Set in award-winning parklands, sports and leisure venues, nature reserves and gardens, that attract more than 4 million visitors a year, there is something very special about working in Lee Valley Regional Park. The Learning and Engagement team delivers high quality programmes/sessions to all ages, including schools, youth organisations. community groups and charities, all who utilise the Park’s huge potential as an outdoor learning resource. Delivery will take place across the diverse 10,000 Lee Valley Park and will involve a flexible individual who can engage and enthuse people from different backgrounds and with different needs. This is a unique and wonderful opportunity to gain diverse experience in the field of outdoor Learning and community engagement. 

Candidates should have experience working with a wide range of people in an outdoor setting and feel confident working independently and as part of a small team.  This hands-on role requires enthusiasm and the ability to lead on the delivery of a wide range of Learning and Engagement programmes/products, which range from biodiversity educational packages to woodland crafts and mindfulness sessions (with training provided on each product). The successful applicant will be required to positively promote interest and understanding of the Lee Valley Regional Park’s open spaces, biodiversity and London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic legacy sites.   

Sound IT literacy, dependability and good customer service are important for the office and resource management aspects of this position, with part of the role involving the processing of customer bookings and supporting the administration of the service.

A full driving licence and use of a car is essential, with successful applicants also required to obtain a Disclosure and Barring Certificate (DBS), for which assistance will be given.

There may also be the opportunity to gain additional casual hours working for the Authority as part of the wider Active Communities remit, if this is of interest to the successful candidate.

If you feel that you have the right blend of skills and experience for this role, please apply online using the link below, or alternatively download an application form and return it to: jobs@leevalleypark.org.uk 

If you would like an informal chat about this role, please feel free to email or call, Jack Pringle, Senior Active Communities Manager on the contact number/email noted below;

jpringle@leevalleypark.org.uk / 07825 659 226