Field Studies Tutor

Field Studies Council Guide; Hartlebury, Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor education provider is seeking an enthusiastic educator to teach in field studies sites across the UK. This full-time role involves delivering curriculum-linked activities that foster students' understanding of nature and the environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in teaching or tutoring. Offered are competitive salaries, substantial benefits, and opportunities for professional development, making it a fulfilling career for those passionate about outdoor education.

Benefits

Pro rata 28 days annual holiday plus bank holidays

Health and Wellbeing Support App

Life assurance 5 x your annual salary

Cycle to work and EV schemes

Quality learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject required.
• Previous experience of teaching or tutoring essential.
• Confidence in producing and preparing learning resources.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum-linked activities to increase understanding of nature.
• Plan and deliver courses in outdoor teaching sites.
• Ensure health and safety of the group during outdoor activities.

Skills

Teaching/tutoring experience

Adaptability

Team player

Work ethic

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

With this role you can spend your days teaching outdoors in field studies sites, instead of being stuck in a classroom!

• Fixed term contract until 31 October 2026 in the first instance
• Full-time - average 37.5 hours per week. Weekly hours will vary across the year, with more during busy periods and fewer in quieter weeks.
• Circa £27,350 per annum + excellent benefits - including generous annual leave and life assurance 5 x your salary.
• Fulfil your desire to make a difference, inspire people to be curious and care about the environment.

Love where you work!

Established in 1943, our network of Learning Locations provides day and residential outdoor education courses for all ages. We aim to create outstanding opportunities for everyone to learn about nature.

We value each of our team members and understand that every role is vital to deliver our mission, so, we provide great benefits* to reward and support you while you work with us.

What You’ll Be Doing

This role will see you working with primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities to deliver curriculum‑linked activities that will increase students’ understanding of nature and the environment.

Your day to day will include developing, planning, and delivering courses in outdoor teaching sites to students on science and geography school trips. This will involve leading groups of all abilities in the local environment, ensuring you always have the health and safety of the group in mind.

When you are not working in the field, you will also be happy to contribute to other aspects of working in a busy education centre. This is a very active role, some weeks will be long and tiring, but our tutors find this work very rewarding, and we promise you will too!

Please refer to the vacancy pack for full details of the responsibilities of the role.

Where you’ll be based

Your base location will be Field Studies Council Bishops Wood which is situated in Worcestershire close to the River Severn and Wyre Forest and is a short drive from the M5.

It is surrounded by stunning ancient woodland and has a unique and sustainable centre building. The grounds are also home to a large pond and several outdoor learning areas with natural wood and willow sculptures.

This role will require regular travel to our learning locations in Birmingham to deliver our Urban Geography courses and learning activities in Birmingham Parks. We offer a range of courses across the city, using inspiring field sites. Working at different locations within Birmingham allows our courses to suit a broad variety of educational needs.

Who We’re Looking For

You will have a degree or equivalent in a relevant subject and some previous experience of teaching or tutoring. You will also be confident with producing and preparing various learning resources. In addition, you will have:

• A great work ethic where aptitude and attitude are key
• A natural pride in the work you produce
• A flexible and adaptive approach able to perform using your own initiative both independently and as a team player
• A professional manner in all that you do
• An empathy with the aims and objectives of Field Studies Council
• A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges

Sound like the role for you?

Come and be part of the team! We look forward to your application.

Your Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Pro rata of 28 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• Extra loyalty days dependent on length of service
• Health and Wellbeing Support App
• 24hr Counselling Helpline Service
• Life assurance 5 x your annual basic salary
• Cycle to work and EV schemes
• Discounts and cashback opportunities
• Flexible working options where roles permit
• Quality learning and development opportunities

The closing date for receipt of your completed application is 4 January 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we’re in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Bishops Wood on 13th & 14th January 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all team members to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will only be confirmed following the successful completion of rigorous pre‑employment checks, including appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

We want to create a world where everyone feels connected to the environment so they can enjoy the benefits it gives and make choices that help protect it.

As an Investors in People charity, we realise that to achieve our vision we need diverse teams of staff who have a wide range of skills, a real passion for the work of the charity and pride in their role within it. No matter what role you perform at the FSC, everyone can make a difference and every role is vital to delivering our mission and vision. If this inspires you, we would love to hear from you.