Description
Forest School Learning Mentor
Location: Alton
Salary: £25,000 per annum
We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic Forest School Learning Mentor to 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
