Forest School Leader - Special School | Yateley 🌲
Salary: £22,000 - £25,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time or Part-time, Term-time only
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier by arrangement)
Location: Yateley, Hampshire
Are you passionate about outdoor learning and making a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled Forest School Leader to join our dedicated team at a nurturing and innovative special school in Yateley.
🌿 About Us:
We are a vibrant special school supporting children and young people with a range of complex learning needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Our outdoor learning ethos is at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to offer an engaging, therapeutic, and nature-based approach to education.
🌱 The Role:
As our Forest School Leader, you will:
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Plan and deliver inspiring Forest School sessions tailored to the individual needs of our pupils.
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Foster confidence, independence, and resilience through hands-on learning experiences in our on-site woodland areas.
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Work closely with teaching and support staff to integrate outdoor learning across the curriculum.
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Maintain safe, inclusive, and enriching outdoor environments.
🌼 What We're Looking For:
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Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification (essential).
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Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (desirable but not essential).
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Strong understanding of nature-based learning and child-led approaches.
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Creativity, empathy, and a passion for outdoor education.
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First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
🌟 We Offer:
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A supportive, friendly, and committed staff team.
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Access to ongoing CPD and Forest School network opportunities.
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Beautiful outdoor facilities and resources.
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A rewarding role where every day makes a difference.
Apply today and help our young people grow, thrive, and reconnect with nature.
To request an application pack or arrange a visit, please contact Ashleigh Groves at Cuthbert Colvill.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required