SEN Teaching Assistant (Forest School). Job in Stratford-upon-avon Education & Training Jobs

SMART Education Recruitment; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a Level 3 Forest School Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs through outdoor learning. The role is ideal for someone passionate about outdoor education and child-led exploration. Responsibilities include supporting outdoor lessons and encouraging pupils' development in a nature-based setting. Applicants need a Level 3 qualification and experience in a Forest School environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Forest School setting or outdoor education environment.
• SEN experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage outdoor risks and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Support outdoor lessons, bushcraft, exploration and sensory activities.
• Encourage independence, resilience and problem-solving through nature.
• Join a highly supportive SEND team.

Skills

Understanding of Forest School principles and child-led learning

Experience in outdoor education environment

Creative approach

Confidence in supporting communication needs

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant Forest School Level 3

Full-time Permanent
Salary: £24,835 £26,239 (Actual)
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon
Start date: January 2026 (or ASAP for the right candidate)

Smart Education is recruiting a Level 3 Forest School Teaching Assistant to join a specialist setting in Stratford-upon-Avon. This is a full-time permanent role supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs through outdoor, experiential and nature-based learning.

Ideal for someone who is passionate about outdoor education, child-led exploration and supporting pupils emotional and social development in natural environments.

Role Highlights

• Work as part of a dedicated Forest School provision
• Support outdoor lessons, bushcraft, exploration and sensory activities
• Encourage independence, resilience and problem-solving through nature
• Join a highly supportive SEND team
• Full-time, permanent role with training opportunities

Requirements

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience working within a Forest School setting or outdoor education environment
• Understanding of Forest School principles and child-led learning
• SEN experience strongly preferred
• Confident supporting pupils with communication, sensory and behavioural needs
• Ability to manage outdoor risks and maintain safety
• Creative, nurturing and resilient approach
• Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain one)