Forest School Teacher

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

Job summary

A special education provider in Wantage seeks a Forest School Teacher to lead engaging outdoor learning sessions. This permanent, full-time position offers a unique 4-day work week trial while maintaining a supportive educational environment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification, experience in outdoor settings, and a passion for fostering children's curiosity and independence.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Understanding of child development and inclusive practice.
• Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging Forest School sessions promoting life skills and resilience.
• Adapt activities to individual needs while monitoring progress.
• Maintain a safe outdoor space and manage risks confidently.

Skills

Experience working with children in outdoor settings

Confidence in managing risk outdoors

Creative spirit

Education

Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification

Job description

Forest School Teacher

4-Day Working Week Trial: Outcomes First Group offers a 4-day working week trial that allows staff to work one day less each week while receiving full-time pay.

• Job Title: Forest School Teacher
• Location: New Barn School, Newbury, Berkshire RG20 8HZ
• Salary: £39,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
• Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm (Wednesday until 5:00pm)
• Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
• Start: January 2026
• UK applicants only – role does not offer sponsorship
• Full UK Driving Licence required

About the Role

As a Forest School Teacher at New Barn School you will lead engaging, safe and inspiring outdoor learning sessions that promote independence, resilience and curiosity. You will plan and deliver activities tailored to pupils’ needs, fostering environmental awareness and supporting social‑emotional development.

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.

Who We're Looking For

• 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.

About Us

New Barn School offers a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum for boys and girls aged 6-19 with social, emotional and mental health complexities. The school leverages its beautiful setting to deliver forest school, farm experiences and horse riding, supporting student development in a secure environment.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with contribution options
• Wellbeing support including mental health services and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform offering health, insurance and discount options, cycle to work and electric car purchase schemes, critical illness cover, family growth support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.