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.
• Starting salary is circa £24,785 per annum + excellent benefits
• Enjoy working in a beautiful location, surrounded by nature on your breaks
• Accommodation available, offering the chance to live in a stunning part of Scotland

Love where you work!

At Field Studies Council, our mission is to create outstanding opportunities that inspire everyone to engage with and care for the environment.

Every role contributes to that mission. As an Education Support Assistant, your work will directly enhance high‑quality environmental learning, helping learners of all ages build confidence, curiosity, and a deeper connection with the natural world.

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.

What you’ll be doing

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:

• Pro rata of 28 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• Life assurance 5 x your salary
• Health and Wellbeing Support App
• Second opinions from top doctors
• 24hr Counselling Helpline Service
• Cycle to work and EV schemes
• Reward programme with discounts and cashback opportunities
• Quality learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working options where roles permit

Applications will be considered on arrival

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 online or at Field Studies Council Millport on a rolling basis

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.