Forest School Leader

Do you love being outdoors come rain or shine, love being in the mud, den building, bug hunting and generally exploring the great outdoors?

Do you have a passionate for Forest School and love to explore the outdoors with the young minds of tomorrow?

Then I want to hear from you!

I am currently recruiting for a Forest School Leader to join an amazing Forest School setting within the Wrexham and Mold area.

Benefits of joining the Educate Group:

• Run by a leading team of experienced Teachers, Senior Leaders and Support Staff with over 85+ years of combined education experience.
• Committed to providing employment, free coaching, training and support to our team of staff.
• Work as often and flexibly as you like to achieve a work-life balance
• Build relevant classroom-based experience with reputable schools across the area
• Opportunity to apply for your initial teacher training with Educate ITT and one of their link schools.
• Opportunities to move into a permanent position - should one become available.

Responsibilities of a Forest School Leader:

• Deliver opportunities for students to learn and express themselves.
• Ensure that students are engaged, motivated and on task.
• Manage any behaviour issues that may arise.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.

Requirements of a Forest School Leader:

• Level 3 or equivalent in Childcare.
• Forest school trained (not essential, this can be discussed)
• Ideally have Paediatric first Aid .
• Knowledge of Safeguarding.
• Love spending time outdoors come rain or shine.
• Start the day at 7.30am to set up ready for the day with a finish time of 6pm.

Registrations required to be a Forest School Leader:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, but if you do not have one, you can apply for a new one through Educate.
• You must register with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) to work in Wales.

Notes:

• All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we cannot offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
• We are a member of the REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation).
• The Educate Group are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.
• As a matter of courtesy, the Educate Group aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours.
• A higher rate is achievable for candidates with a proven track record of high attainment within the required job role or subject area.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

If you want to know more about the Educate Group and the current opportunities, don't hesitate to contact one of our team on (phone number removed).