Forest School and Outdoor Learning Apprentice

Brave Roots Forest School; Winslow; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Brave Roots Forest School is seeking an enthusiastic Forest School and Outdoor Learning Apprentice to support planning and delivery of child-led outdoor sessions for schools, nurseries, and holiday clubs. This 24 hour hybrid role involves on-site work in local schools and home-based preparation and administration.

You will help set up learning spaces, support children during activities, and assist with resource preparation while upholding Brave Roots’ values of inclusion, respect, and curiosity.

Qualifications

• Interest in outdoor learning, nature-based education, and child-led play.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage children and collaborate with schools.
• Awareness of safeguarding, health and safety, and risk assessment in outdoor environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and adapt activities to ages and needs.
• Organizational skills for preparing resources and session planning.
• Commitment to inclusion and non-discriminatory practice.
• Desirable: Forest School training or related qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and pack away outdoor learning spaces.
• Support children during activities like den building and nature exploration.
• Contribute to session planning, administer simple learning resources, and help with health and safety.

Skills

Outdoor learning

Communication

Safeguarding awareness

Risk assessment

Adaptability

Job description

Company Description

Brave Roots Forest School provides joyful, child-led outdoor learning for schools, nurseries and holidah clubs in Buckinghamshire and the surrounding area.

The team believes every child should have the chance to connect with nature, challenge themselves, and discover their capabilities.

Through regular Forest School experiences, children are encouraged to explore, create, take appropriate risks, and build confidence, resilience, and independence. Sessions may include activities such as den building, climbing, nature exploration, woodland crafts, fire lighting, cooking, and safe tool use, all shaped by children’s interests and needs.

Brave Roots offers curriculum-time Forest School programmes, after-school clubs, holiday clubs, and bespoke outdoor-learning provision for educational settings.

Role Description

The Forest School and Outdoor Learning Apprentice will support the planning and delivery of child-led outdoor sessions for schools, nurseries, and holiday clubs. This 24 hour, hybrid role is based in schools in the local area with some tasks such as preparation, reflection, and administration carried out from home.

Day-to-day responsibilities include helping set up and pack away outdoor learning spaces, supporting children during activities like den building and nature exploration, and encouraging safe risk-taking and positive behavior.

The apprentice will assist with delivery of Forest School, preparing simple learning resources, and maintaining equipment in line with health and safety guidelines. The role also involves contributing to session planning, attending training and supervision, and representing Brave Roots’ values of inclusion, respect, and curiosity in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Interest in outdoor learning, nature-based education, and child-led play, with a willingness to develop practical Forest School skills such as bushcraft, tool use, and campfire safety.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage children, collaborate with colleagues, and build positive relationships with schools and families.


• Awareness of safeguarding, health and safety, and risk assessment in outdoor environments, or readiness to learn and follow relevant policies and procedures.


• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, maintain a calm and supportive presence, and adapt activities to different ages, abilities, and needs.


• Organizational skills for preparing resources, recording observations, and supporting session planning and administration.


• Commitment to inclusion, equality, and non-discriminatory practice, ensuring all children feel welcome and able to participate.


• Desirable: Experience working or volunteering with children or young people, especially in education, childcare, or community settings.


• Desirable: Interest in or progress toward relevant qualifications such as Forest School training, early years, education, or outdoor learning.