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Company: Childrens Day Care Company Ltd. t/a The Butterfly Patch Nurseries
Turn everyday adventures into something extraordinary.
Morden Park Forest School, part of The Butterfly Patch, is looking for a Forest School Leader who loves helping young children discover the world outdoors.
We combine a welcoming indoor nursery base with twice-daily outings into the beautiful 198-acre Morden Park. From noticing the changing seasons to building dens and following a child's curiosity, nature is part of our everyday life.
You will lead engaging, child-led Forest School experiences that help children develop confidence, independence, resilience and a love of the natural world. You will plan a varied programme, adapt activities to children's interests and abilities, and help colleagues bring outdoor learning to life.
Your role will include:
- Leading safe, inspiring Forest School sessions and supporting children to assess and manage appropriate risks.
- Carrying out site checks and risk-benefit assessments, maintaining equipment and preparing for changing weather.
- Supporting children's learning through exploration, nature play and practical outdoor skills.
- Working as part of our nursery team, including indoor provision, everyday care and key-person responsibilities.
- Building warm relationships with families and sharing children's progress.
- Supporting safeguarding, inclusion and children's wellbeing throughout the day.
We are a privately owned nursery group where staff can share ideas, develop their skills and make a difference to children's experiences. We keep the focus on knowing our children and providing thoughtful, engaging care and education.
Salary: £32,000–£38,000 per year, depending on skills, qualifications and experience, based on full-time hours. Part-time arrangements may be considered, with salary pro rata.
If muddy boots, curious questions and outdoor adventures sound like your kind of working day, we would love to hear from you.
The Butterfly Patch is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and appropriate pre-employment checks.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Forest School Leader – Morden Park Forest School
Company: Childrens Day Care Company Ltd. t/a The Butterfly Patch Nurseries
Salary: £32,000 to £38,000 a year Hours: Full-time Location: SM4 4SF Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 23 Oct 2026 Closing date: 22 Nov 2026
Summary
Turn everyday adventures into something extraordinary.
Morden Park Forest School, part of The Butterfly Patch, is looking for a Forest School Leader who loves helping young children discover the world outdoors.
We combine a welcoming indoor nursery base with twice-daily outings into the beautiful 198-acre Morden Park. From noticing the changing seasons to building dens and following a child's curiosity, nature is part of our everyday life.
You will lead engaging, child-led Forest School experiences that help children develop confidence, independence, resilience and a love of the natural world. You will plan a varied programme, adapt activities to children's interests and abilities, and help colleagues bring outdoor learning to life.
Your role will include:
- Leading safe, inspiring Forest School sessions and supporting children to assess and manage appropriate risks.
- Carrying out site checks and risk-benefit assessments, maintaining equipment and preparing for changing weather.
- Supporting children's learning through exploration, nature play and practical outdoor skills.
- Working as part of our nursery team, including indoor provision, everyday care and key-person responsibilities.
- Building warm relationships with families and sharing children's progress.
- Supporting safeguarding, inclusion and children's wellbeing throughout the day.
We are a privately owned nursery group where staff can share ideas, develop their skills and make a difference to children's experiences. We keep the focus on knowing our children and providing thoughtful, engaging care and education.
Salary: £32,000–£38,000 per year, depending on skills, qualifications and experience, based on full-time hours. Part-time arrangements may be considered, with salary pro rata.
If muddy boots, curious questions and outdoor adventures sound like your kind of working day, we would love to hear from you.
The Butterfly Patch is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and appropriate pre-employment checks.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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Forest School Leader – Morden Park Forest School employer: Childrens Day Care Company Ltd. t/a The Butterfly Patch Nurseries
The Butterfly Patch Nurseries is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture where you can thrive alongside our experienced Early Years team. With flexible zero-hours contracts, we provide meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth in a nurturing environment, making it an ideal place for those passionate about early childhood development.
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Childrens Day Care Company Ltd. t/a The Butterfly Patch Nurseries Recruitment Team
