Forest School Headteacher & Outdoor Learning Lead

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; In loco; GBP 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Cotton End Forest School is seeking a headteacher to lead a community primary and nursery serving 430 children aged 2 to 11. The post leads the curriculum, staff and provision from Early Years to Key Stage 2 while protecting the Forest School identity.

On-site outdoor classrooms and nature-based spaces underpin learning, with strong ties to families and the local community. Start is April 2027; visa sponsorship is not available.

Competenze

• Experienced and credible school leader.
• Track record of school improvement.
• Experience of leading improvement after significant educational or organisational change.
• Genuine commitment to Forest School principles.
• Ability to lead outdoor and experiential learning within a knowledge-rich curriculum.

Mansioni

• Lead an ambitious, high-quality curriculum from Early Years to Key Stage 2.
• Build on high-quality teaching, assessment and outcomes for all pupils.
• Protect and develop the Forest School and outdoor-learning ethos.
• Embed outdoor and experiential learning across curriculum, culture and community life.
• Ensure every child, including those with SEND or facing disadvantage, is known, valued and supported to achieve.
• Develop and empower staff and future leaders.
• Maintain safeguarding, inclusion and positive behaviour.
• Work in partnership with the Governing Body, families and the wider community.
• Shape a clear and ambitious vision for the school's next phase.

Descrizione del lavoro

Cotton End Forest School is seeking a headteacher to lead a community primary and nursery serving 430 children aged 2 to 11. The post leads the curriculum, staff and provision from Early Years to Key Stage 2 while protecting the Forest School identity.

On-site outdoor classrooms and nature-based spaces underpin learning, with strong ties to families and the local community. Start is April 2027; visa sponsorship is not available.