Forest School Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency in Clitheroe is seeking a passionate Forest School Teaching Assistant to support outdoor learning across EYFS and KS1. The role includes facilitating Forest School activities, promoting teamwork, and ensuring a safe learning environment. Ideal candidates will have a Forest School qualification and a creative, energetic approach to learning. This is a full-time, term-time only role with competitive daily pay, flexible work options, and support for professional development.

Benefits

Dedicated personal consultant

Access to free and subsidised CPD

Weekly pay via PAYE

Qualifications

• Forest School qualification (Level 2/3) desirable.
• Confident working outdoors in all weathers.
• Creative, energetic and committed to experiential learning.

Responsibilities

• Support Forest School activities and outdoor learning sessions.
• Encourage teamwork, curiosity and resilience.
• Set up equipment and maintain a safe environment.
• Assist the outdoor learning lead with hands-on provision.

Skills

Outdoor learning support

Teamwork encouragement

Creativity

Confidence in all weather conditions

Education

Forest School qualification (Level 2/3)

Job description

Forest School Teaching Assistant – Clitheroe Primary School

Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term | Start ASAP

Pay: £85–£95 per day (depending on experience)

Teaching Personnel are working with a warm and welcoming primary school in Clitheroe who are seeking a passionate Forest School Teaching Assistant to support outdoor learning across EYFS and KS1.

Role Responsibilities

• Supporting Forest School activities and outdoor learning sessions
• Encouraging teamwork, curiosity and resilience
• Setting up equipment and maintaining a safe environment
• Assisting the outdoor learning lead with creative, hands‑on provision

About You

• Forest School qualification (Level 2/3) desirable
• Confident working outdoors in all weathers
• Creative, energetic and committed to experiential learning

Why work with Teaching Personnel?

• A dedicated personal consultant
• Access to free and subsidised CPD (e.g., Team Teach, Autism Awareness)
• Flexible work options and large school network
• Weekly pay via PAYE

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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