Forest school leader or forest school assistant - united kingdom, cobham, surrey

forest school leader role and forest school assistant role in cobham

we are a fully adapted outdoors nursery set in 36 acres of land for children aged 2 to 5 years old.

we are seeking professional qualified candidates to join our supportive team with a view to grow, stimulate and develop in your career.

our ethos combines mind, body, soul, nature, world and expression into a truly unique and rich education for young children.

we are looking for candidates who also share our passion to join our growing team!

benefits:

work 1-4 days a week

competitive salary, paying gbp21k to gbp26k for camp leader pro rata

activity educator gbp18k to gbp22k pro rata

and we will consider unqualified candidates with a proven track record for nature, forestry and the outdoors with a qualification in environmental science or a related course.

funding and further training given to help with childcare l3 diploma

quarterly bonus, up to gbp350 per quarter

1 hour lunch (30 minutes paid)

all equipment, boots, uniform provided

22.5 days holiday including bank holiday

discounted childcare

2 paid sick days per year

open 50 weeks a years

refer a friend bonus

free coffee and fruit

headspace/wellbeing package

regular teams socials

job description:

are you passionate about high-quality preschool education, and connecting young children to nature?

if you are looking for a new challenge and opportunity to be part of a progressive setting inspired by the forest school ethos, and have a passion to continuously provide the best early years education we would love to hear from you.

please apply if:

you want children to be outdoors and immersed in nature as much as possible.

you always prioritise the needs of the children.

you have experience of working with a positive and ambitious staff team, who are continuously working together to assess and implement fun and alternative activities to further children s learning and development.

you want to work with like-minded people who recognise the importance of teaching children to care for one another and for nature.

you want to facilitate learning experiences which set strong foundations for children to be confident learners and critical thinkers.

you want to make a direct impact on providing quality education through being part of a community of learners.

you are fun loving, creative and a good 'sport'.

person specification:

1. level 2/3 forest school and/or childcare qualification

2. ability to take initiative and work calmly under pressure.

3. ability to work with parents and to encourage their involvement.

4. a love of nature.

5. creative, resourceful person.

6. must be physically fit and strong

7. would suit a car driver due to location

contract:

part time or full time role

1-4 days, 7.45am to 5.45pm

please apply if you are interested to shama at

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