HR89/121 - EDUCATION OFFICER

 

Central Scotland Conservancy, Hamilton, Lanarkshire

£20,242 – £25,909 pa plus benefits. One year Fixed Term post. Extension of the contract, conversion to permanency or transfer to another part of the civil service is possible although there is no guarantee.

You’ll have a background in formal education delivery and experience of using the outdoor  environment for education, along with a good knowledge of the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence.

At least two Higher passes (A to C) plus three Standard Grade passes (1 to 3), and/or equivalent, are required – one of which must be English. Ideally, you’ll have a relevant teaching qualification and/or Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification with good knowledge of Forest Schools. You’ll have good Microsoft Office skills or the ability to acquire them rapidly.

The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Vetting.

Benefits include a Civil Service Pension or stakeholder pension scheme, 25 days annual leave and
flexible working options.

Benefits include a Civil Service Pension or stakeholder pension scheme, 25 days’ annual leave and flexible working options.

Please click on the job specification to view further details regarding this post.

To download the forms please click on application pack.

To request a hard copy of the application forms, please write to Shireen West, HR Services, 231 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh EH12 7AT.

Please note all applications must be accompanied by a Forestry Commission application form.

Please quote ref: HR89/121

No recruitment agencies please.

Closing date: 24 November 2008.

The Forestry Commission is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all age groups and sectors of the community.