Wellbeing in Nature Facilitator

Suffolk - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

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.

What the job will entail

This role can be both physically and emotionally demanding so its important that applicants have a realistic sense of what the work involves. Youll be outdoors throughout the year in all weathers adapting to changing conditions and varying routines. The role also requires you to move and carry tools water and other equipment regardless of the weather.

Many of our participants come to us while dealing with complex or challenging personal circumstances and they rely on us for steady compassionate support.

While the job isnt always easy it is hugely rewarding. Youll play a meaningful part in helping children young people and adults develop new skills build confidence and make positive changes in their lives - and that sense of purpose is at the heart of the role.

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: 1.00 pm 23 March 2026.

Interview date: April 2026.

DescriptionGreen Light TrustAddress: Lawshall Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP29 4PJSalary: 24375 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per weekContract: Permanent Required as soon as possibleReference: 0633The Green Light Trust is looking for a Wellbeing in Nature Facilitator.Ma...