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Forest Schools Leader
Forest Schools Leader
Forest Schools Leader
Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School
Alfreton, Derbyshire

Posted: 07 July 2026
Closing Date: 17 July 2026

Job Purpose To plan and deliver high-quality Forest School sessions that support

pupils' learning, wellbeing and personal development through outdoor, child-led experiences. The post holder will promote curiosity, resilience, teamwork and respect for the natural environment in line with the school's ethos and curriculum.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging Forest School sessions for primary-aged pupils in line with Forest School principles
  • Provide a safe, inclusive and stimulating outdoor learning environment
  • Adapt activities to meet the needs of different age groups and abilities
  • Encourage independence, confidence, social skills and problem-solving
  • Assess and record pupil progress, engagement and development
  • Track and document child progress, emotional growth, and learning outcomes.
  • Promote positive management of behaviour in the Forest School environment, establish routines and boundaries to ensure the safety and good behaviour of the children.
  • To administer First Aid should the need arise
  • Understand and support children with developmental difficulties or disability
  • Ensure all sessions comply with health and safety requirements and Forest School risk management procedures
  • Undertake dynamic risk assessments during sessions
  • Follow all safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures
  • Uphold the school's values, policies and ethos at all times

Planning & Preparation

  • Prepare session plans, risk assessments and evaluations
  • Ensure activities align with the school curriculum and wider learning objectives
  • Maintain resources, tools and outdoor learning areas
  • Work with classroom teachers to link outdoor experiences to the mainstream curriculum and communicate with parents.
  • Maintain the Forest School area and equipment, ensuring it is safe and sustainable for learning.
Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School
High Street, Stonebroom
Alfreton
Derbyshire
DE55 6JY
 
Full-time equivalent salary
Category
teacher
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