Outdoor Learning Lead

Aspire People; Northampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People seeks an Outdoor Learning Lead to develop an engaging outdoor learning program at a SEN school in Northampton. The role requires a qualified Forest School leader to encourage students needing support outside mainstream education, fostering a hands-on, discovery-driven environment.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Access to free CPD and training opportunities

Competitive pay with multiple payment options

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Current driver's license and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of outdoor learning provision across multiple sites.
• Collaborate with senior staff to create a diverse Outdoor Learning Plan.
• Manage and inspire a team.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Motivation

Education

Forest School qualification

Job description

Role: Outdoor Learning Lead
Location: Northampton
Salary: Support Staff Grade J points 22-36 or FQT MPS

Here at Aspire People we are seeking a passionate and qualified Forest School leader to develop and deliver an engaging outdoor learning program at a fantastic SEN school located in Northampton. The ideal candidate will be dynamic, creative, and enthusiastic, with a talent for inspiring students-particularly those needing support outside mainstream education. The school offers a hands-on, discovery-driven environment where both students and staff are encouraged to thrive and reach their full potential.

About you:

The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of the outdoor learning provision across multiple sites. You will collaborate with senior staff to create a diverse Outdoor Learning Plan, manage and inspire a team, and lead Forest School sessions. Key responsibilities include tracking student progress, contributing to education and wellbeing plans, ensuring health and safety, and helping to secure funding for new projects. This dynamic role combines leadership, creativity, and a hands-on approach to education in outdoor settings. For this role, you will need:

* A Forest School qualification
* The ability to inspire, motivate, and lead a team
* Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
* A current driver's license and access to own vehicle

Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.

Why join Aspire People?

* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities

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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.