Outdoor Learning Teaching Assistant – Frome

Luma Education Recruitment Ltd; Frome; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Luma Education Recruitment is seeking an Outdoor Learning Teaching Assistant to work supply days across two forest school settings on the outskirts of Frome, Somerset. Work starts as soon as possible and continues day-to-day, including cover when permanent staff are off sick.

Sessions run in woodland and growing spaces, with setup before and pack-down after; morning with one site and afternoon with the other is possible.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, forest school assistant or outdoor educator working with children.
• Understanding of, and comfort with, child-led learning.
• Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear, and enthusiasm for a full day outside.
• Clear written communication for session reports.

Responsibilities

• Support children through child-led forest school sessions, responding to what they want to explore.
• Prepare the site in the morning and clear equipment away at the end of the day.
• Help with den building, tool work, campfire activities and nature exploration, directed by the lead practitioner.
• Follow risk assessments and keep children safe in an outdoor environment.
• Take part in the end-of-day evaluation and write session reports (around 40–60 minutes).

Skills

Teaching experience

Outdoor education

Adaptability

Education

Forest School Level 1–3 or outdoor first aid training

Job description

Outdoor Learning Teaching Assistant – Frome

Outdoor Learning Teaching Assistant – Frome (BA11)

Location: Frome, Somerset

Hours: 8:30am – 4pm, plus 40–60 minutes of report writing after sessions

Contract: Temporary, day-to-day supply

Essential: Happy to work outdoors all day in all weathers

Luma Education Recruitment is looking for an Outdoor Learning Teaching Assistant to work supply days across two forest school settings on the outskirts of Frome, Somerset. Work starts as soon as possible and carries on day-to-day, including cover when permanent staff are off sick. Sessions with children run from 9:30am to 3pm in woodland and growing spaces, with setting up beforehand and packing down and a team evaluation afterwards. On some days you could spend the morning with one setting and the afternoon with the other.

About the Settings

The two providers are small, community-run outdoor education projects that work closely together and share supply staff. Their sessions use outdoor games, practical tasks and challenges to help children grow in confidence and develop social skills and emotional literacy, alongside a respect for the local natural environment.

The Opportunity

• Supporting children through child-led forest school sessions, responding to what they want to explore
• Preparing the site in the morning and clearing equipment away at the end of the day
• Helping with den building, tool work, campfire activities and nature exploration, directed by the lead practitioner
• Following risk assessments and keeping children safe in an outdoor environment
• Taking part in the end-of-day evaluation and writing session reports (around 40–60 minutes)

What You'll Need

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, forest school assistant or outdoor educator working with children
• An understanding of, and comfort with, child-led learning
• Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear, and enthusiasm for a full day outside
• Clear written communication for session reports
• Flexibility to pick up day-to-day supply work, sometimes at short notice
• Forest School Level 1–3 or outdoor first aid training would be helpful but is not essential

The settings are looking for a calm, patient and observant person who enjoys the outdoors and is happy to let children lead. You'll meet the team before any booking, and may spend a paid session with them first, so everyone can be sure of the fit.

Why Work with Luma?

• Your own dedicated consultant – personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
• Market-leading pay rates – competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
• Long-term security – access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.
• Invest in your future – access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
• Reliable weekly payments – prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
• Outstanding opportunities – access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.

About Luma Education Recruitment

Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.

Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.

Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.