Environmental Education Officer

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01 January 0001
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Groundwork Hertfordshire is part of a UK-wide network of Trusts that builds sustainable communities in areas of need.  Through collaborative environmental action we deliver regeneration projects with residents, businesses, schools and other local organisations to improve the quality of life across Hertfordshire.   

Our ground-breaking environmental education portfolio is expanding quickly and we are seeking a highly motivated individual to help drive the programme forward. We are helping the education sector meet its “Sustainable Schools” commitments in a variety of ways and whether you are delivering one of our acclaimed “Grow Global” (healthy eating) after schools projects, implementing a school grounds improvement scheme, linking schools to local businesses or working with challenging young people on practical environmental projects your work will reflect the creativity and enthusiasm that’s key to everything we do. This post represents a fantastic opportunity to be involved in education within formal and extended schools settings with great flexibility in terms of projects and working hours.  You will also have ample scope for innovation and we’ll make sure you’re given all the support and guidance you need to really take your career forward.      

Environmental Education Officer - £20,509 to £23,534

With experience in an education setting and preferably a teaching qualification, as well as the ability to engage children and young people effortlessly, you’ll have the flair to deliver relevant and engaging projects that make a difference to their immediate surroundings and the global environment.  

For an informal chat, please contact Charlotte Ball on 01707 255176 or email charlotte.ball@groundwork.org.uk. The post attracts generous benefits and is based at Hatfield, Hertfordshire.

For an application pack, please call 01707 255171 or download from our website http://www.groundwork-herts.org.uk/   

Closing date: noon, 23 April 2010

Interview date: 30 April 2010

 

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