Session Leader

Flexzo Teach; St. Ives, Elsworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexzo Teach is seeking a Session Leader to run outdoor learning sessions across local schools. You will deliver pre-planned activities, use nature and open spaces, and incorporate animals into engaging lessons.

Ideal candidates hold QTS/HLTA or equivalent, with 2+ years of experience supporting SEMH/SEND and a passion for outdoor education. You will work directly with schools, tailor bookings to your availability, and contribute to pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• QTS / HLTA or equivalent qualification.
• 2+ years working with children with SEMH/SEND.
• Outdoor learning experience with animals and nature is desirable.
• Right to work in the UK; DBS Update Service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and adapt outdoor lessons using nature, animals, and open spaces.
• Apply trauma-informed approaches to support SEMH needs.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback for EHCPs.
• Coordinate with teachers and animal/outdoor specialists to tailor resources.
• Manage classroom safety and behavior in outdoor settings.

Education

QTS/HLTA or equivalent

Job description

Flexzo Teach | Session Leader

Flexible teaching opportunities with local educational settings through a direct booking platform.

Flexzo Teach connects Session Leaders with schools for short-term, long-term, and permanent roles. Register to join the local talent poolin St Ives & Elsworth

Why join Flexzo Teach

• Complete control over your availability and daily/hourly rate


• Say goodbye to agency middlemen and payroll fees


• Tailor your bookings based on your specific experience and preference


• Make a tangible impact where your expertise is needed most

Roles & Responsibilites

As a Session Leader in this unique, outdoor-based Alternative Provision (AP), you will take a proactive role in managing dynamics, leading learning, and incorporating the natural environment into your teaching. You will

• Deliver and adapt pre-planned lessons, therapeutic interventions, and practical activities utilizing nature, open spaces, and outdoor classrooms.


• Confidently utilize therapeutic and domestic animals within your sessions to promote emotional regulation, build confidence, and enhance student engagement.


• Implement advanced, trauma-informed strategies to support pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, fostering a safe and secure environment in an outdoor setting.


• Recognize behavioral triggers early and utilize positive handling and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors safely and respectfully within an open environment.


• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and animal/outdoor specialists to adapt resources and track pupil progress.


• Monitor student engagement, emotional well-being, and academic progress, providing detailed feedback and contributing to Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)

What you need

To excel in this specialized alternative provision environment, you must possess the following qualifications and experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) status, or an equivalent relevant degree/professional qualification


• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children and young people with severe SEMH needs, complex SEND, or within an Alternative Provision/PRU setting.


• Proven experience or a high level of comfort working in outdoor learning environments and interacting with therapeutic farm and domestic animals


• Proven experience in using positive behavior management and evidence of training in recognized de-escalation frameworks (e.g., Team Teach, PRICE, or MAPA).


• Right to work in the UK


• An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to obtain one)


• Excellent communication, resilience, physical stamina for outdoor work, and emotional intelligence.

How it works

Once your profile is live, schools can contact you directly for work or interviews.