Inspiring Forest School Lead – Afternoons Outdoors

St Nicholas' CE First School; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential for extra hours

Job summary

St Nicholas First School in Wolverhampton invites applications for a part-time Forest School Leader to deliver an engaging, child-led outdoor learning programme. The role runs two afternoons a week, with hours ending at 4:45pm, and offers continued development opportunities within a supportive, outdoor-focused setting.

The position requires a Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification, an Outdoor First Aid certificate, and an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification is required.
• Valid Outdoor First Aid certificate is required.
• Enhanced DBS check is required upon appointment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Forest School sessions for afternoon cohorts.
• Manage the woodland site and Teepee, maintaining safety and use of tools and campfire activities.
• Support child development with observation-led planning and wellbeing in all weather.
• Assist with ongoing risk assessments and safeguarding compliance.

Skills

Outdoor education

Risk assessment

Education

Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification

Outdoor First Aid certificate

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

St Nicholas First School in Wolverhampton invites applications for a part-time Forest School Leader to deliver an engaging, child-led outdoor learning programme. The role runs two afternoons a week, with hours ending at 4:45pm, and offers continued development opportunities within a supportive, outdoor-focused setting.

The position requires a Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification, an Outdoor First Aid certificate, and an Enhanced DBS check.