Forest School Leader

Bright Horizons UK; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Bishop's Stortford is seeking a Forest School Leader to create a stimulating educational environment for children. In this role, you will develop outdoor learning experiences and support the curriculum while fostering a love for the outdoors. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 Forest School qualification and a passion for inclusive education. Join a company recognized for its exceptional workplace culture!

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits, including 24/7 virtual GP appointments

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 Forest School qualification.
• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification is required.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection is essential.

Responsibilities

• Curate a safe, engaging and stimulating environment for children.
• Support the wider nursery team with the EYFS curriculum.
• Develop and deliver engaging activities for children.

Skills

Level 3 Forest School qualification

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/carers

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bishops Stortford Nursery and Preschool

Salary – £32,500 per annum

Location – Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”

We’re looking for a Forest School Leader to join our Bishops Stortford nursery.

The purpose-built nursery consists of six rooms, three baby rooms, two toddler rooms and a large pre-school room. The nursery boasts a beautiful baby terrace on the first floor for under two's along with a well designed garden consisting of a Forest and growing area along with an area for relaxing/creating.

Our Benefits

• £32,500 per annum
• Childcare discount of 50% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach

*Subject to T&Cs*

The Role

As a Forest School Leader, you will curate a safe, engaging and stimulating environment for children to learn a wide range of forestry skills, and develop a love of the great outdoors. This role may also include supporting the wider nursery team with the EYFS curriculum, where you will develop and deliver engaging activities, to encourage the children to meet their individual milestones. You will create a safe environment that allows children the freedom to express themselves, engage their minds, and help to foster a lifelong love of learning.

What we’re looking for

• Level 3 Forest School qualification
• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application! If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.