Job Introduction
Part-Time Forest School Leader
Are you passionate about connecting children with nature and fostering their well-being through outdoor experiences? Do you thrive in guiding young learners to explore, discover, and grow? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We're seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Part-Time Forest School Leader to join our team. You'll be responsible for creating enriching outdoor learning opportunities in our wonderful "Secret Garden" Forest School area.
About the Role:
This is a part-time position of 4 hours per week, consisting of 3 hours working directly with our children and 1 hour dedicated to setup and preparation. As our Forest School Leader, you'll play a vital role in developing children's confidence, resilience, and understanding of the natural world. Our pupils already have a strong foundation of Forest School skills, providing a wonderful base for you to build upon.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Engaging Outdoor Learning: Deliver dynamic and challenging learning activities, selecting and preparing resources to ignite curiosity and foster skill development.
- Ensure Safety and Well-being: Assess pupils' needs to ensure safe and correct use of tools and exploration of the outdoor environment.
- Manage the Learning Environment: Manage the "Secret Garden" Forest School area, ensuring a positive and productive learning space.
- Plan and Deliver Objectives: Plan challenging learning objectives and deliver out-of-school activities that reinforce classroom learning.
- Resource and Equipment Management: Advise on the deployment of specialist equipment and ensure resources are readily available.
- Support and Develop Others: Lead, advise, and support Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) during Forest School activities, acting as a specialist in your area of expertise.
- Maintain Compliance: Stay abreast of school, national, and statutory policies linked to Forest School accreditation and apply these requirements diligently.
- Independent Practice: Work unsupervised, implementing lesson plans, managing pupil behaviour, and making judgments about pupil progress and needs.
What You'll Bring:
- Forest School Accreditation: Hold a recognised Forest School Accreditation.
- Level 2 HLTA Qualification: Possess a Level 2 HLTA qualification, demonstrating your training and expertise in supporting and developing staff.
- Passion for Nature: A genuine love for the outdoors and a strong belief in its power to positively impact children's development.
- Independent and Proactive: Ability to work autonomously, manage your time effectively, and take initiative.
- Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to engage effectively with children, colleagues, and parents.
- Behaviour Management Skills: Proven ability to manage pupil behaviour in an outdoor setting.
If you're ready to make a real difference in children's lives by fostering their connection with nature, we encourage you to apply!
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.