LEAF Education Specialist in the Southeast Region

Join LEAF as an Education Specialist in the Southeast Region

Salary: £35,396 per annum

Benefits: Generous pension, 7 weeks annual leave, Sage discounts

Location: Southeast counties (residing in Kent or its borders)

Are you passionate about sustainability, education, and inspiring the next generation? LEAF (Linking Environment and Farming) is looking for an innovative and dedicated Education Specialist to join our dynamic team in the South East region. This is an incredible opportunity to play a vital role in shaping the future by promoting sustainable food production, farming, and environmental awareness across schools, farms, and virtual platforms.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Make an Impact: Inspire young people to become conscious consumers, drive sustainable choices, and raise aspirations for careers in the green job sector.
• Innovate and Educate: Design and deliver engaging educational programs, workshops, and on-farm experiences that align with current educational standards and exam specifications.
• Collaborate and Connect: Work closely with teachers, farmers, and agri-food professionals to create meaningful learning experiences that foster a deeper understanding of sustainability.
• Lead and Influence: Take the lead in managing regional and national education projects, evaluating outcomes, and continuously improving the delivery and design of our programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Educational Program Design: Develop and deliver a termly plan, including workshops, seminars, and school visits, ensuring a balanced and impactful learning experience.
• Project Coordination: Manage education projects, track progress, and report on outputs, budget adherence, and impact metrics.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with LEAF members, partner organizations, and schools in your region.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Conduct quarterly evaluations and present insights to the Education team to refine and enhance our programs.
• Networking and Outreach: Expand LEAF's network by engaging with regional farmers, promoting membership, and facilitating farm visits for schools.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with at least 3 years of recent teaching experience. And have an understanding of EYFS, Primary, and Secondary curricula.
• Passionate Educator: Deep understanding of the curriculum and a commitment to driving sustainability through education.
• Innovative Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create engaging presentations and deliver content both in-person and virtually.

Join us at LEAF and be part of a movement that is driving trust and understanding in the agri-food sector while empowering future generations to grow, eat, and live sustainably.

Apply today and help shape the future of sustainable farming.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 18th October 2024

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To submit your application please send your CV and supporting letter to jobs@leaf.eco