Forest School Leader: Inspire Outdoor Learning

Kindred Nurseries; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Kindred Nurseries in the United Kingdom is seeking a Forest School Leader to deliver outdoor learning sessions between 25 and 40 hours per week. You’ll nurture curiosity, resilience and development through hands-on outdoor activities.

You’ll plan engaging sessions, create safe, inclusive environments, and work with colleagues to embed outdoor learning across the nursery curriculum, while safeguarding and building strong relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Recognised Forest School qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Passion for outdoor learning and child-led play.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to create engaging, safe and inclusive outdoor learning environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Forest School sessions that inspire curiosity and exploration.
• Create safe, inclusive and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
• Carry out risk assessments in line with Forest School principles and Kindred policies.
• Support children’s physical, emotional, social and cognitive development through outdoor learning.
• Encourage child-led play and foster confidence, resilience and independence.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to embed outdoor learning throughout the nursery curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety at all times.
• Promote Kindred’s values and create exceptional outdoor learning experiences every day.

Skills

Forest School qualification

Outdoor learning passion

Safeguarding knowledge

Inclusive outdoor spaces

Communication & teamwork

Job description

Kindred Nurseries in the United Kingdom is seeking a Forest School Leader to deliver outdoor learning sessions between 25 and 40 hours per week. You’ll nurture curiosity, resilience and development through hands-on outdoor activities.

You’ll plan engaging sessions, create safe, inclusive environments, and work with colleagues to embed outdoor learning across the nursery curriculum, while safeguarding and building strong relationships with families.