Education Support Assistant

Are you keen to start your environmental education career? This could be the perfect first step – don’t miss your chance to join our team!

• Fixed Term contract until end of Nov 2026 in first instance
• Average 37.5 hours per week – Weekly hours will vary across the year, with more during busy periods and fewer in quieter weeks.
• Salary equates to circa £12.21 per hour
• Excellent benefits – including life assurance and a health cash plan, see the full list below.
• Enjoy working in a beautiful location, surrounded by nature on your breaks
• Accommodation available, offering the chance to relocate to a stunning part of Scotland

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.

This role offers a strong foundation for developing your career. Lots of team members have started as Education Support Assistants and later moved into Tutor roles, learning new skills as they progress within our charity.

What you’ll be doing

As our Education Support Assistant, you’ll play a key role within our education team, helping to ensure the smooth delivery of our field courses and environmental activities.

You’ll prepare fieldwork equipment and classrooms for learners of all abilities, ensure spaces are clean and safe, and organise lesson and health and safety resources for learning groups.

You may accompany teaching staff on field trips, support students during their fieldwork, help run environmental or problem-solving games, and assist with the collection of class data.

Working in a busy and dynamic environment, you’ll be adaptable, proactive, and happy to support the wider team to help the centre run efficiently.

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

Where you’ll be based

The Field Studies Council Millport centre is situated on the Isle of Cumbrae in the Firth of Clyde, Scotland. With purpose-built teaching spaces, sea views, comfortable accommodation, and access to a Research Vessel, Millport offers a truly inspiring environment for outdoor learning.

The island itself becomes a living classroom, with opportunities for coastal exploration, snorkelling, hill walking, rock climbing, and team challenges. Working here means being part of a passionate team in a remarkable setting that encourages curiosity, creativity, and connection with nature.

Who we’re looking for

A degree or equivalent in a relevant subject is desirable but not essential, it is more important to us that you 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

If you’re ready to start your environmental education journey, we’d love to hear from you.

* Your benefits whilst working with us will include:

• Financial – Competitive salaries, sick pay, pension schemes, life assurance (5 x your annual basic salary), 28 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, and an additional 2 loyalty days based on length of service
• Health and Wellbeing – a Health Cash Plan to support with routine health appointments and access to second medical opinions, plus a 24hr Counselling Helpline Service
• Discounts – access to a reward programme with discounts on your favourite brands and cashback opportunities on everyday purchases
• Additional benefits – flexible working options where possible, and high-quality learning and development opportunities to help you grow

The closing date for receipt of your completed application is 4 December 2025

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 Millport in the week commencing 8 December 2025

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 PVG Scheme check with Disclosure Scotland.