Outdoor Education Co-Ordinator, Perth High School

Job DescriptionOutdoor Education Co-ordinator (Fixed Term until 27 June 2024 - PKC11086£22,394 - £24,665 (30 Hours per week, Term Time only)Perth High School
We have a vacancy for an Outdoor Education Co-ordinator at Perth High School.
Perth High School is a large comprehensive, drawing pupils from a mix of Perth City and rural Perthshire.
You will arrange, co-ordinate and deliver a comprehensive programme of outdoor activities. In particular, you will work with a range of pupils, school staff, volunteers and partner organisations to plan, co-ordinate and deliver the school's Duke of Edinburgh Award programme at Bronze, Silver and Gold levelsResponsibilitiesThere is an expectation that shortlisted applicants will meet the requirements below.
Knowledge & Experience
• Ability to plan and co-ordinate programmes of activity.• Good organisational skills and time management.• ICT experience in use of Microsoft Office packages.• A good standard of education.• The ability to complete tasks to agreed timescales and deadlines.• Experience of or enthusiasm for outdoor activities.
• Experience of working with the public and excellent customer service skills.• Demonstrate you can work both individually and as a member of a team.• Ability to deal with challenging situations in a sensitive manner.
Health & Safety
• Have an awareness of Health and Safety.
Equality & Dignity at Work
• Ability to treat pupils, colleagues, parents and customers/clients in accordance with the Council's policies on equalities and dignity at work.
Communications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.• Excellent interpersonal skills.
Flexibility
• Ideally you will be willing to be involved in school community life and school events/projects.
Team Working
• Ability to work as part of a team, taking direction and working on own initiative.• Ability to adapt to change.
Decision Making & Problem Solving
• Ability to implement policies and procedures.• Experience of solution focussed situations.
Any Additional Requirements
• Good personal presentation.The IndividualIf you would like any more information regarding this vacancy, please contact Jenda Macluskey, Business Manager on her email address:
When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer.
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