Forest School Practitioner

Teaching Personnel; Nelson; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in Nelson is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant and qualified Forest School Practitioner to support children's growth through hands-on learning. This full-time role offers a chance to inspire curiosity and resilience among primary school pupils, with a supportive community and access to outdoor education.

Benefits

Access to a well-resourced forest school area

Opportunities for professional development

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in early years or primary settings.
• A love for the outdoors and commitment to child-led learning.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers in delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
• Plan and lead Forest School sessions, ensuring safety and inclusivity for all children.
• Adapt learning experiences to meet a range of needs and abilities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or 3 preferred)

Recognised Forest School qualification (Level 3 Practitioner desirable)

Job description

Are you passionate about nurturing children's growth through hands-on, nature-based learning?

Our school is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and caring Teaching Assistant who is also a qualified Forest School Practitioner to join our vibrant team. This is a unique opportunity to support pupils both inside the classroom and outside in our dedicated forest school area, helping to inspire curiosity, resilience, and confidence in our learners.

Location: Nelson
Start Date: 1^st September 2025
Hours: Full-time (term time)
Salary: £13.74 - £14.50 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

- Support classroom teachers in delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

- Plan and lead Forest School sessions, ensuring safety and inclusivity for all children.

- Foster children’s emotional, social, and physical development through nature-based activities.

- Adapt learning experiences to meet a range of needs and abilities.

- Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing across school and outdoor settings.

What We’re Looking For:

- A qualified Teaching Assistant (Level 2 or 3 preferred).

- A recognised Forest School qualification (Level 3 Practitioner desirable).

- Experience working with children in early years or primary settings.

- A love for the outdoors and a commitment to child-led learning.

- Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills.

We Offer:

- A supportive and inclusive school community.

- Access to a well-resourced forest school area.

- Opportunities for professional development and further training.

- A chance to make a real impact through creative, holistic education.

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If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV, outlining any relevant experience working with children in Primary Schools and Forest School settings.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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