Somerset Council
Outdoor Centre Coordinator
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Salary: Grade 12, Ranging from £29,542 to £33,119 per annum. Contract: Permanent. Hours: 37 Hours per week. Closing date: 2nd November 2026
About the Role
Help shape unforgettable outdoor learning experiences at Kilve Court Outdoor Centre.
You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality programmes, supporting the day-to-day running of the centre, and ensuring every visitor enjoys a welcoming and memorable stay.
- Working closely with the Centre Manager, you'll help coordinate activities, manage bookings, promote the centre, and lead exciting outdoor adventures.
- You'll also support the smooth, safe operation of the centre, contribute to its ongoing success, and help create an inclusive environment where children, young people, and visitors can thrive.
How You'll Make a Difference
- Help create exceptional outdoor learning experiences that inspire children and young people to learn, grow, and thrive.
- Lead and coordinate exciting programmes, activities, and residential stays that keep visitors coming back.
- Build strong relationships with schools, parents, group leaders, and visitors, ensuring every guest feels welcome and supported.
- Deputise for the Centre Manager and help ensure the smooth, safe, and successful day-to-day running of the centre.
- Champion outstanding customer service, always looking for ways to exceed expectations.
- Promote and develop Kilve Court, helping to grow bookings and maximise opportunities for outdoor learning.
- Support safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing, ensuring every child enjoys a safe and positive experience.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to continually improve the service and create an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.
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What You'll Bring
- Experience delivering excellent customer service and building positive relationships with schools, parents, and visitors.
- Knowledge of health and safety, safeguarding, and risk assessment in outdoor or residential settings.
- Experience planning and delivering activities, programmes, or events.
- Experience supporting the day-to-day operation of a service, facility, or team.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with children, young people, and adults.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage bookings, programmes, and competing priorities.
- Ability to lead activities and make effective decisions in a busy environment.
- Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) in Outdoor Education, Sport, Leisure, Youth Work, Education, or a related field.
- Relevant outdoor activity leadership qualification(s).
- Current First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain).
Why Join Us?
At Somerset Council, we're a progressive organisation committed to improving lives and shaping better services for our communities. Based in one of England's most beautiful counties, it's a great place to build your career and enjoy an excellent quality of life.
- Generous annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), one of the UK's most enhanced and secure pension schemes.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance, where service needs allow.
- Health and wellbeing support, including access to confidential employee assistance services.
- Paid volunteering opportunities, helping you make a difference both inside and outside of work.
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Find out more about working at Somerset Council: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-at-somerset-council/
Further Information
- 28 days' annual leave (additional to bank holidays).
- Interviews taking place week beginning 9th November.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We are only able to proceed with candidates who already have the right to work in the UK without the need for VISA sponsorship.
For an informal chat about the role, you can contact Luke Hoather or Callum McMillan on 01278 741270 sseoutdoors@somerset.gov.uk.
We believe diversity makes us stronger and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, whose unique perspectives help us better serve the people of Somerset.
You can find a copy of the job description here: AU0448 Outdoor Centre Co-ordinator.pdf
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