Forest School Learning Mentor

Forest School Learning Mentor
Location:Alton
Salary:25,000 per annum

We are seeking anenthusiastic and energetic Forest School Learning Mentorto inspire and engage children through outdoor learning. The successful candidate will have a passion for the natural world and fostering a connection with nature. Your primary role will be running forest school sessions and delivering outdoor and adventurous learning experiences through play and exploration.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who love the outdoors or animals, recent university graduates, or outdoor activity coaches looking for a rewarding career in education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead engaging outdoor education sessions.
• Deliver a variety of outdoor and adventurous learning activities.
• Extend extra-curricular outdoor opportunities with unique skills and interests.
• Assist in environmental projects and conservation initiatives.
• Collaborate positively with colleagues to enhance outdoor learning.

Essential Requirements:

• Passion for outdoor learning and working with children.
• Experience leading outdoor education sessions for ages 5-18.
• Knowledge of current wildlife and conservation issues.
• Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification preferred (or willingness to train).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Car driver essential due to rural location.

What We Offer:

• Supportive Senior Leadership Team.
• Positive school ethos focused on success and inclusion.
• Commitment to professional development, including Forest School training.
• Well-planned, ambitious curriculum.
• Extensive outdoor learning environments.
• Dedicated and collaborative staff team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's learning and development in an outdoor setting. Apply today!