Wellbeing in Nature Facilitator

Suffolk - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Green Light Trust
Address: Lawshall Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP29 4PJ
Salary: 24375 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
Reference: 0633

The Green Light Trust is looking for a Wellbeing in Nature Facilitator.

Main purpose of the role:

as a Wellbeing in Nature Facilitator youll work directly with participants (vulnerable children young people and adults) helping them develop new skills build confidence and overcome personal barrier all through the power of nature
our Wellbeing in Nature Facilitators are part of the Operations Team and report to the Operations Managers.

The job will entail:

this varied and rewarding role combines delivery participant support and administrative responsibilities
youll work with individuals and groups of all ages and abilities tailoring activities to meet their unique needs from supporting mental health to fostering skills for independence
we need to highlight that this role is physically and emotionally demanding youll be working outdoors all year round facing various weather conditions and changes in routines
you will also need to transport tools water and equipment in all weather
our participants come to us for support with often very challenging personal circumstances.

The role offers a profound sense of fulfilment as you help participants achieve personal growth but it isnt an easy job.

Your responsibilities:

participant support and delivery of woodland activities
safeguarding and wellbeing
administrative responsibilities
team collaboration and logistics.

What you will need:

a positive patient and approachable demeanour with the ability to build trust and motivate others. Someone who is kind creative and passionate about making a difference in peoples lives
strong interpersonal communication skills with participants colleagues and external partners
confidence in planning and delivering engaging activities tailored to participant needs. Youll need to be organised as your sessions include preparing and cooking lunch taking end of day reflections etc. Youll need to thrive in a flexible ever-changing environment and ready to adapt to the needs of the participants and the team
proficiency in using IT tools including Microsoft Office and managing participant data in a CRM system
commitment to safeguarding with an understanding of maintaining professional boundaries.

About us.

Founded in 1989 as a conservation charity Green Light Trust is now a leading provider in East Anglia of education and wellbeing programmes for the most disadvantaged in society; mostly those in the lowest 5% in terms of their wellbeing and integration.

As a charity Green Light Trust (GLT) has grown 200% over the past 2 years and we have a real sense of purpose and truly believe in our aim to help create a society where everyone has equitable access to the power of nature. We have helped and continue to help thousands of people to improve their mental health through nature teaching them skills (such as woodwork cooking life skills) and strengthening self-esteem and confidence of children and adults who find themselves facing challenge in life. We help motivate a huge number of people seeking employment opportunities or an escape from their addictive or abusive pasts. We really do help people change their lives.

Our Values.

At Green Light Trust we are:

Accepting: We are here for everyone no matter their background. Because all kinds of people need help and we are kind to all kinds of people.
Curious: We create positive change by exploring why sharing what we know and supporting.
Courageous: We are experts with bold ideas who recognise do and advocate for whats right even when its difficult.

And everything we do is Rooted in Nature.

We will offer you:

Technology: The right resources to get the job done when and where you need to.
Holidays: 36 days annually including bank holidays and the Christmas to New Year period.
Support: Access to counselling services wellness initiatives and a supportive team culture.
Development: Regular performance reviews and development opportunities.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description (pdf)and Person Specification (pdf)

For further information please email

How to apply

For more information and to apply via our Safer Recruitment application form please visitour website

Closing date: 1 pm 23 March 2026.

Interview date: April 2026.

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