Forest School Teacher

Pink Tile Education Ltd; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pink Tile Education Ltd is recruiting a Forest School Teacher for an Alternative Provision setting in the Bexhill area. The role involves planning and delivering Forest School and outdoor learning activities to support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.

You will lead and develop an engaging programme, build positive relationships, manage behaviour, and work with staff to promote confidence, resilience and independent learning.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Forest School or outdoor learning programmes.
• Experience working with children or young people, including SEND/ SEMH contexts.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship‑building skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Forest School and outdoor learning sessions
• Develop and lead the Forest School provision
• Support pupils with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence
• Use practical and outdoor activities to engage pupils who may struggle in a traditional classroom
• Promote positive attitudes towards learning and personal development
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures
• Adapt activities to meet individual pupil needs

Skills

Forest School Leader

Outdoor Learning

Behaviour Management

Relationship Building

Patience and Resilience

Education

Experience in education/teaching

Job description

Forest School Teacher

Alternative Provision -

Location: Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Start: ASAP
Hours: School hours, term time only
Part-time: May be considered for the right candidate

Are you a passionate Forest School Teacher, Outdoor Learning Practitioner or experienced Outdoor Educator looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to young people?

We are recruiting a Forest School Teacher to join an Alternative Provision setting in the Bexhill area, supporting young people who may have additional needs, SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can lead and develop an engaging Forest School and outdoor learning programme, while also building strong, positive relationships with young people who may have struggled within traditional education.

The Role

You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging Forest School and outdoor learning activities, helping pupils develop practical skills, confidence, resilience and independence.

You will:

• Plan and deliver engaging Forest School and outdoor learning sessions
• Develop and lead the Forest School provision
• Support pupils with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence
• Use practical and outdoor activities to engage pupils who may struggle in a traditional classroom
• Manage behaviour calmly and consistently
• Promote positive attitudes towards learning and personal development
• Work closely with teaching and support staff
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures
• Adapt activities to meet individual pupil needs

What We're Looking For

We are particularly interested in candidates with:

• Forest School Leader / Forest School Teacher experience
• Experience delivering outdoor learning or practical education
• Experience working with children or young people
• Experience supporting SEND, SEMH or challenging behaviour
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A patient, calm and resilient approach
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• Creativity and enthusiasm for outdoor education
• The ability to engage young people who may be reluctant to learn
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential

Experience from Other Backgrounds Considered

We would also welcome applications from candidates with transferable experience in:

• Outdoor Education
• Youth Work
• Alternative Provision
• Teaching or Teaching Assistance
• Environmental Education
• Adventure Education
• Residential Childcare
• Sports Coaching
• Countryside or Woodland Education
• Behaviour Support
• SEMH/SEND settings

The right personality is just as important as experience. We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient, enthusiastic and genuinely passionate about giving young people a positive experience of education.

Why Apply?

• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to develop and lead Forest School provision
• Work within a specialist Alternative Provision environment
• Make a genuine difference to young people's lives
• Part-time may be considered for the right candidate