Forest School Leader & Outdoor Education Mentor (Burnley)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Burnley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. seeks an Outdoor Education Mentor / Forest School Practitioner for an Alternative Provision in Burnley. The role focuses on practical leadership outdoors, helping 11–16-year-olds connect with nature and build resilience.

No QTS required, DBS essential, 8:30–4:30, Monday to Friday, term-time with 13 weeks holidays. Applicants should have Forest School qualifications, outdoor first aid, and the ability to work effectively with disaffected youth in a supportive woodland

Qualifications

• Experience as a Forest School Leader or outdoor education instructor.
• Experience working with youth in Alternative Provision or similar settings.
• Ability to plan and lead outdoor learning activities safely.
• Awareness of safeguarding in a school setting.
• DBS enhanced disclosure current or willing to process.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead practical woodland tasks including bushcraft and fire-lighting.
• Support pupils with SEHM/ social emotional health needs through outdoor learning.
• Help students progress through entry-level awards and DofE modules.
• Foster teamwork, resilience and self-regulation through outdoor challenges.
• Maintain safety records and risk assessments for sessions.

Skills

Forest School Leader

Outdoor Education

Youth Engagement

Education

Forest School certificates

Tools

CPOMS

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. seeks an Outdoor Education Mentor / Forest School Practitioner for an Alternative Provision in Burnley. The role focuses on practical leadership outdoors, helping 11–16-year-olds connect with nature and build resilience.

No QTS required, DBS essential, 8:30–4:30, Monday to Friday, term-time with 13 weeks holidays. Applicants should have Forest School qualifications, outdoor first aid, and the ability to work effectively with disaffected youth in a supportive woodland