Outdoor Learning Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider is looking for outdoor learning TAs to work in South Bristol, supporting nature-based learning. Candidates should have experience in outdoor education, youth work, or coaching. The role offers flexibility with part-time or full-time positions, and candidates must thrive in outdoor conditions. Competitive daily rates of £89 to £95 are offered, with potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

FREE online safeguarding training

Opportunity for permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in outdoor settings.
• Ability to promote teamwork and resilience among pupils.
• Must be comfortable working in outdoor environments, including dirty conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support outdoor, nature-based learning.
• Assist pupils in building confidence through exploration.
• Help with small groups and structured activities.
• Promote teamwork, resilience, and independence.

Skills

Experience in outdoor learning

Youth work experience

Coaching skills

Energy and enthusiasm

Creativity

Job description

⭐ Forest School / Outdoor Learning TA – Primary

South Bristol, BS3 and BS13
Part time or full time
£89 to £95 per day

Love being outdoors? Some South Bristol primaries are looking for energetic, hands‑on TAs to support outdoor learning sessions. Muddy wellies and curious minds are absolutely guaranteed.

What the role involves:

• Supporting outdoor, nature-based learning
• Helping pupils build confidence through exploration
• Assisting with small groups and structured activities
• Promoting teamwork, resilience, and independence

You’ll shine if you:

• Don’t mind a bit of mud
• Have experience in outdoor learning, youth work, or coaching
• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and creativity
• Can travel easily to BS3 and BS13

Apply now or call 0117 945 3960 to chat about the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.