Job Description

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FOREST SCHOOL ASSISTANT - join our outdoor ADVENTURE!

PART or full-time | competitive salary | excellent benefits package

Do you have a passion for the great outdoors and a heart for inspiring young minds? We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Forest School Assistant to join our nurturing and nature-inspired team.

As part of our Forest School activities provision, you will help create magical outdoor learning experiences which spark curiosity, build confidence, and foster a deep connection with nature.

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What you will be doing:

supporting the planning and delivery of exciting, developmentally appropriate outdoor activities assisting in leading sessions in the local woodland & parkland environments encouraging exploration, play, and risk-taking in nature recording and tracking children's learning and development supporting and communicating with children, colleagues, and families promoting sustainability and respect for the natural environment
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What we are looking for:

minimum NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education at least 2 years' post-qualifying experience within a registered childcare provider Forest School level 2 or 3 (desirable) a true love for the outdoors and a hands-on approach to nature-based learning a good level of fitness and energy - you will be active and outside in all weathers! team player with great communication skills and a nurturing spirit
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What we offer in return:

discounted childcare great opportunities for professional development free uniform Christmas and August (one week closures) to rest and recharge a warm, supportive team the quoted salary is equivalent to a full-time position (it will adjusted pro-rata depending on the number of hours, qualifications and experience) opportunities to create a woodland classroom like no other!
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If you are ready to make a difference where the sky is the ceiling and mud is magic, we would love to hear from you!

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? Apply today

and help us grow something amazing - one muddy footprint at a time!

Please

submit your CV plus a cover letter

stating:

your qualifications & experience
your availability and expectations
your passions and desires in relation to childcare and forest schooling
We are an equal opportunities employer.

We will be contacting all the successful candidates.

THANK YOU!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 15 - 35 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Employee discount Flexitime
Experience:

childcare: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: FOREST SCHOOL ASSISTANT
Expected start date: 26/08/2025