Forest School Leader - Outdoor Learning (Part-Time)

Holland Griffiths Recruit Limited; Stockport; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

HG Recruit is recruiting a Forest School Leader to join a home-education provision in Stockport. You will plan and deliver Forest School and outdoor learning activities, support children with various learning needs including complex SEND, and help develop confidence, communication and social skills in a nature-based setting.

The role requires a Level 3 Forest School qualification (or willingness to enrol), a Level 3 childcare qualification or teaching qualification (QTS welcomed), experience

Qualifications

• Level 3 Forest School qualification required or willingness to enrol on upcoming course.
• Minimum Level 3 childcare qualification or relevant teaching qualification; QTS welcomed.
• Experience working with children in outdoor settings.
• Experience supporting children with complex SEND.
• Good understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Knowledge of Forest School principles and outdoor learning.
• Outdoor First Aid and safeguarding training, or willingness to complete the required courses.
• A reliable, adaptable and enthusiastic approach.
• Experience in home education, trauma-informed practice or supporting vulnerable children would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Forest School and outdoor learning activities.
• Support children with a range of learning needs, including complex SEND.
• Encourage independence, confidence, communication and social development.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with the wider team and company director to support the development of the provision.

Skills

Outdoor learning

SEND support

Child development

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Forest School

Level 3 childcare qualification

QTS

Job description

HG Recruit is recruiting a Forest School Leader to join a home-education provision in Stockport. You will plan and deliver Forest School and outdoor learning activities, support children with various learning needs including complex SEND, and help develop confidence, communication and social skills in a nature-based setting.

The role requires a Level 3 Forest School qualification (or willingness to enrol), a Level 3 childcare qualification or teaching qualification (QTS welcomed), experience