Administrator

If you enjoy varied work, a friendly team, and the chance to spend your breaks surrounded by nature, this could be the perfect role for you.

Field Studies Council Epping Forest is seeking an Administrator to support our busy outdoor learning centre.

• Permanent contract – average 37.5 hours per week
• Starting salary circa £26,302 per annum
• Accommodation available – making it easier to relocate for this opportunity!
• Excellent benefits including a Health and Wellbeing Support App for you and eligible family members to access remote GP appointments, mental health consultations, physio sessions, financial and legal support

Work with purpose

At the Field Studies Council our mission is to create outstanding opportunities that inspire everyone to engage with and care for the environment. We promise to get people outdoors, provide high quality learning and encourage positive wellbeing.

In this role, you’ll play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our learning location and help us create a welcoming experience for the schools and groups who visit us.

What you’ll be doing

• Acting as the first point of contact for customer enquiries by phone and email, always delivering professional and friendly service
• Managing course bookings and maintaining accurate, up-to-date records in our booking systems
• Providing general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the office and wider team
• Assisting with the promotion of our programmes to customers, stakeholders, and partners
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the centre and supporting nearby locations when needed

Further info regarding the full responsibilities can be found in the vacancy pack attached to the advert on our careers website.

Where you’ll be based

Field Studies Council Epping Forest is set within an ancient woodland landscape where diverse habitats provide a varied outdoor classroom for learners of all ages. Surrounded by wildlife yet close to the capital, it offers a unique and inspiring place to work. It is a setting where nature, discovery and education come together every day.

Grow with us

We’re a team driven by our values: learning, environment, teamwork, and service.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your administrative skills, gain insight into environmental education, and be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

Bring your strengths

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have experience in an administrative or customer-facing role
• Are highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Communicate clearly and confidently with a range of people
• Enjoy working as part of a team and supporting others
• Share our passion for the environment and meaningful experiences

Your benefits whilst working with us will include:

• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 2 extra loyalty days dependent on length of service
• Life assurance 5 x your annual basic salary
• Health and Wellbeing Support App
• Cycle to work and EV schemes
• Discounts and cashback opportunities
• Flexible working options where roles permit
• Quality learning and development opportunities

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please call Jo Vere on 020 8502 8500.

Apply now! The closing date for applications is 5th July 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will take place at Field Studies Council Epping Forest in the week commencing 6th July 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.

The Company

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 Field Studies Council, 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.