Forest School Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Forest School Teacher to lead inspiring outdoor learning sessions in Newbury. You will facilitate children's development, foster environmental awareness, and ensure safety during activities. This role requires a Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification and experience in outdoor education, making a real difference in students' lives while enjoying benefits like life assurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Cycle to Work Schemes

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in outdoor settings.
• Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification or willingness to achieve it.
• Deep understanding of child development and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging Forest School sessions promoting curiosity and resilience.
• Support children in building confidence and social-emotional skills.
• Plan and tailor outdoor activities to individual pupil needs.

Skills

Experience working with children in outdoor settings

Confidence in managing risk outdoors

Understanding of child development

Passion for helping children flourish

Education

Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification

Job description

As our Forest School Teacher, you'll lead engaging, safe, and inspiring outdoor learning sessions that promote independence, resilience, and curiosity. You will plan and deliver activities tailored to the needs of pupils, helping them explore the natural world, develop confidence, and build essential social and emotional skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference while fostering a love of nature and hands‑on learning.

What You'll Do

• Lead engaging Forest School sessions that promote curiosity, life skills, and resilience
• Support children to build confidence, independence, and social‑emotional skills
• Plan and tailor activities to individual needs, monitoring progress and adapting as required
• Foster environmental awareness and sustainable thinking through hands‑on experiences
• Maintain a safe, inspiring outdoor space and manage dynamic risks confidently
• Collaborate with staff, assistants, and parents to ensure a joined‑up approach to learning

Are you passionate about outdoor education and helping children develop life skills in a natural environment? New Barn School is looking for a Forest School Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine creativity, hands‑on learning, and a love of nature to make a real difference to pupils' personal and academic growth.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification (or willingness to achieve it)
• Experience working with children in outdoor settings
• Deep understanding of child development and inclusive practice
• Confidence in managing risk and keeping children safe outdoors
• A creative, adventurous spirit with a passion for helping children discover and flourish

New Barn School offers a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum to boys and girls aged 6–19 with social, emotional and mental health complexities. We take full advantage of our beautiful settings and foster a love for using the outdoor curriculum, including forest school, farm experiences, and horse riding. The school is within commuting distance of Swindon, Oxford, Andover, Basingstoke, Reading and surrounding towns and villages. Our services provide a stable, secure and supportive environment where pupils and young people develop the skills and confidence necessary to fulfil their potential. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges and a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and as part of Outcomes First Group we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support

Newbury, Berkshire – Up to £39 k per annum, Full Time. Outcomes First Group is working towards a 4‑Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, allowing you to work one day less each week while receiving full‑time pay. Your health and wellbeing are important to us, and you will enjoy an exceptional reward package as part of our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista.