Rural Estate Supervisor

About the role: Rural Estate Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Rural Estates Supervisor to lead the day-to-day operations of our thriving land-based estate at Merrist Wood College. This is an exciting opportunity to combine practical estate management with leadership, coaching and the delivery of outstanding industry-focused learning experiences.

Working across our extensive estate, you will lead a dedicated team, oversee estate operations and play a crucial role in ensuring our learning environments are safe, compliant, well-maintained and reflective of current industry standards. You will work closely with the Rural Estates Manager, Nursery Supervisor and Curriculum Management Team to ensure the estate supports high-quality teaching, practical skills development and meaningful work-ready experiences for students.

As Rural Estates Supervisor, you will provide operational leadership across the estate while helping to create a dynamic environment where students can develop the technical skills, confidence and professional behaviours needed for successful careers in the land-based sector. This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring a balance of practical expertise, team management, planning and collaboration with curriculum teams

This is a permanent, full-time role working 37 hours per week based at our Merrist Wood College campus.

What do you need to be a successful Rural Estate Supervisor at Activate Learning?

We are seeking a proactive and experienced individual who has:

• Experience leading teams within rural estates, countryside management, horticulture, forestry, agriculture or a related land-based environment.
• Strong practical estate management and land-based operational skills.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding learning and development opportunities for students.
• Knowledge of health and safety, environmental legislation and industry best practice.
• Strong leadership, coaching and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A passion for sustainability, education and the land-based sector.

Who we are:

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Why work with the Activate Learning Group?

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

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