Gradute Academic Coach

Step Into Teaching Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Into Teaching Limited is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in the LE14 area. The role centers on outdoor learning and forest school, helping pupils develop confidence and new skills through nature-based activities.

The successful candidate will support learners with additional needs in a hands-on outdoor setting, adapting to weather and activity demands while promoting independence and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Creative, enthusiastic and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Loves the outdoors and nature-based learning.
• Patient, nurturing and adaptable with positive relationships to pupils.
• Willing to get involved in outdoor activities in all weather.
• Ability to engage pupils with different learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with outdoor learning and forest school activities.
• Assist in nature-based learning, woodland exploration and practical projects.
• Foster teamwork, communication and independence through hands-on activities.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Outdoor Learning & Forest School

Location: LE14
Setting: Specialist SEN School
Hours: Monday to Friday, term time
Pay:£500 per week

Love the outdoors? Want to make a real difference?

Are you a creative, energetic and outdoorsy person who loves helping children learn, grow and discover the world around them?

We’re looking for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in the LE14 area, where learning goes beyond the classroom and the outdoors plays a huge part in everyday life.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys getting stuck in, thinking outside the box and helping children develop confidence, independence and new skills in a unique, nature-focused environment.

What makes this role special?

This isn't your typical classroom-based TA role! The school embraces outdoor learning, giving pupils opportunities to explore, learn and develop through nature, practical activities and hands-on experiences.

You could be supporting pupils with activities such as exploring woodland areas, nature-based learning, creative outdoor projects and practical tasks that encourage teamwork, communication and independence.

What we're looking for

• Someone creative, enthusiastic and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

• A genuine love of the outdoors and an interest in nature-based learning.

• Someone patient, nurturing and adaptable, who can build positive relationships with pupils.

• A positive, hands-on approach and a willingness to get involved in outdoor activities in all kinds of weather.

• Someone who can think creatively to engage pupils with different learning needs.

• Previous SEN experience is desirable, but the right attitude and personality are just as important.

Experience with forest school activities, outdoor education, SEMH or ASD would be a bonus!

Why consider this opportunity?

• A unique specialist school environment where outdoor learning is at the heart of the approach.

• The chance to make a meaningful difference to children who benefit from a more practical, hands-on learning experience.

• An opportunity to develop your skills and experience within SEN education.

• A rewarding role where no two days are quite the same.