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At Releasing Potential, we’re looking for passionate people, dedicated to making a real difference in children’s lives.

We’re more than an education provider, we’re a community. A community that believes every child, no matter the barriers they face, has incredible potential waiting to be unlocked.

If you’re ready to help transform lives, grow professionally and be part of something truly meaningful, we want to hear from you.

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Outdoor Activity Tutor

Job Summary

Releasing Potential is dedicated to supporting students aged 11-18 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Serving the local authorities of Hampshire and West Sussex, we offer a nurturing educational environment where young people can flourish beyond the constraints of traditional education.

Our success lies in recognising each student as an individual and welcoming them into the Releasing Potential community with unconditional positive regard. All our students have an Education, Health, and Care Plan, due to social, emotional, and mental health challenges that have hindered their access to education, resulting in challenging behaviour.

We work in small groups or 1:1. The work can be tough, challenging and even frustrating at times, but the rewards of inspiring progress and achievements —no matter how small, like students simply showing up—can be truly meaningful.

Personal Qualities
We are looking for people seeking a new challenge. Do you have a passion for the outdoors that you’d love to share? Are you looking for a fulfilling role where you can inspire and develop young people - while growing personally and professionally? Join us in delivering high-quality, safe, and rewarding outdoor learning experiences through a variety of water and land-based activities.

As an Outdoor Activity Tutor, you’ll:

  • Ensure the safe operation of group or one-on-one sessions for the entire duration that young people are in your care
  • Plan and deliver a programme of activities tailored to the needs and experience of each group or individual, recording their progress toward National Governing Body qualifications after each session
  • Maintain the necessary qualifications and appropriate equipment for all activities you lead
  • Conduct risk assessments for all activities, continuously evaluating potential risks, including obtaining up-to-date and relevant weather forecasts
  • Provide feedback to RP School, referring agencies, parents, or carers through weekly updates or verbal reports
  • Keep student records up to date and accessible for other staff who may need them for future sessions

Job Type: Full-time
Salary starting at: £26,481 (not pro-rata – real stability all year).

For more details about this role, download the PDF below:

Outdoor Water-Based Instructor

Job Summary

At Releasing Potential, we believe learning comes alive on the water - through every paddle stroke, splash, and shared adventure. We’re looking for a Water-Based Instructor to lead engaging, hands-on experiences that inspire and empower young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, helping them build confidence, resilience and connection.

As an Outdoor Water-Based Instructor, you’ll:

  • Designing and lead engaging sessions in paddle boarding, windsurfing & sailing
  • Provide the opportunity to experience windsurfing, paddle boarding & sailing
  • Be interested in developing windsurfing, paddle boarding and bodyboarding
  • Supporting confidence, wellbeing, and independence through outdoor learning
  • Managing the equipment, safety, and technical quality of all water-based activities
  • Ensuring all activities meet National Governing Body standards
  • Leading by example with personal teaching competency and a commitment to outstanding practice
  • Collaborating with our teams to tailor experiences to students’ individual needs
  • Playing a key role in inspections, compliance, and continual improvement

Job Type: Full-time
Salary starting at: £26,481 (not pro-rata – real stability all year).

For more details about this role, download the PDF below:

Outdoor Tutor (Farm)

Job Summary

We are looking for a passionate Outdoor Tutor to lead farm-based and outdoor activities for individuals and groups. You will play a key role in delivering fun, safe, and educational sessions, helping students develop skills and achieve recognised qualifications.

As an Outdoor Tutor, you’ll:

  • Lead engaging outdoor farm activities for individual students and small groups, ensuring safety and enjoyment at all times
  • Record student progress towards National Governing Body qualifications and maintain accurate records using our MIS system
  • Ensure all equipment, resources, and qualifications are in place to safely deliver activities
  • Use Glasser’s Choice Theory to help students balance survival, love & belonging, power, freedom, and fun

Job Type: Full-time
Salary starting at: £26,481 (not pro-rata – real stability all year).

For more details about this role, download the PDF below:

School Tutor

Job Summary

Join Releasing Potential as a Tutor – Make a Real Difference in Children’s Lives At Releasing Potential, we don’t just teach – we transform lives. We support children with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) who face challenges linked to social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH). Every day brings opportunities to celebrate small wins that truly matter. We are looking for Tutors, Learning Support Assistants, and Support Workers who are passionate about education and ready to make a real difference.
Why Work With Us
  • Small groups & 1:1 learning – Tailored lessons that make education meaningful and accessible
  • Hands-on, heart-led approach – Every lesson inspires curiosity, confidence, and engagement.
  • Supportive team – Share ideas, grow your skills and celebrate success together. 
  • Real impact – Watch small steps lead to big transformations in children’s lives. 

The Role – Tutor 

As a Tutor, you will: 

  • Deliver a flexible, engaging curriculum that sparks curiosity. 
  • Support children in small groups or 1:1, outside traditional classrooms. 
  • Build trusting relationships, showing students you care before you teach. 
  • Personalise lessons to meet individual needs. 
  • Use Glasser’s Choice Theory to help students balance survival, love & belonging, power, freedom, and fun. 

What We’re Looking For 

  • A valid UK driving licence (essential). 
  • Understanding of SEMH, trauma-informed practice, and communication differences. 
  • Patience, empathy, and resilience. 
  • Creativity and curiosity – you’ll need both every day. 
  • SEN experience is welcome but not essential – passion matters most. 

What We Offer 

  • Full-time salary starting at £26,481 – real stability all year. 
  • Generous pension scheme with substantial contributions. 
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for your wellbeing. 
  • Ongoing training and nationally recognised qualifications. 
  • A team that supports you and celebrates your skills. 

Safeguarding Commitment 

We take safeguarding seriously. All roles involve working directly with children and fall under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975. This requires disclosure of any convictions, cautions, warnings, or bind-overs, including those considered “spent.” 

Candidates will also undergo enhanced DBS & barred list checks, plus online and social media screening to help keep our young people safe. 

Apply Today
Make a real difference in children’s lives.  

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: In person – Chichester & Havant
Work Authorisation: United Kingdom 

Benefits: Pension, on-site parking, sick pay 

For more details about this role, download the PDF below:

Further questions and what you can do now

Have more questions?
We’d love to hear from you. Get in touch with Jill at jill@releasingpotential.com or call 07563 024063

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