At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging outdoor learning experiences for pupils with complex needs.
- Company: Ingfield Manor School, a supportive and innovative special school.
- Benefits: Emotional support, medical benefits, flexible pay, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to helping young people thrive.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying the great outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience or strong interest in outdoor learning and supporting diverse needs.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Outdoor Learning and Forest School Instructor to lead and develop a high-quality, therapeutic outdoor learning provision for pupils with complex needs.
- Outdoor Learning Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging, safe, and inclusive outdoor learning experiences tailored to pupils with complex needs.
- Curriculum & Therapeutic Practice: Embed outdoor learning within the wider curriculum, supporting personal development, resilience, communication, and independence.
- Qualification Pathway: Develop a progressive accredited pathway (e.g. Foundation Learning, with BTEC/City & Guilds planned from 2027), ensuring accessibility and meaningful outcomes.
- Duke of Edinburgh Award: Lead and coordinate an inclusive DofE programme, ensuring compliance, accessibility, and successful participation.
- Preparation for Adulthood: Provide vocational and land-based learning opportunities, developing transferable skills and real-world experiences through partnerships and community engagement.
- Environment Development: Maintain and enhance outdoor learning spaces, ensuring they are safe, accessible, and promote high-quality learning.
- Collaboration & Assessment: Work as part of a transdisciplinary team, monitor pupil progress, and contribute to assessment and reporting.
- Safeguarding & Safety: Ensure all provision meets safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management requirements, while promoting positive risk-taking.
Experience or strong interest in outdoor learning, forest school, or land-based education is desirable. Commitment to inclusive, therapeutic practice and the ability to support pupils with additional or complex needs is essential. Strong organisational and teamwork skills are required, along with a commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
Ingfield Manor School is a non-maintained special school and part of Salutem Care and Education, which supports adults and children in residential and educational environments across England and Wales. Based in our own idyllic grounds, Ingfield Manor School offers extensive specialist facilities with the aim to provide an exceptional learning environment, helping children and young people fulfil their potential.
Our IMS provision caters for students aged 3-19 years with neurological motor impairment such as Cerebral Palsy and associated medical and sensory needs. Following the Conductive Education approach, Ingfield Manor School focuses on the holistic development of everyone, including their physical and communication skills.
We are immensely proud of our school and our community. We are committed to providing the very best for young people while they are with us, helping them to develop the knowledge, skills, confidence, and aspiration to succeed throughout their lives. We know that our staff team make the school what it is today and are the key to a successful future. Staff are well supported by the leadership team and are offered opportunities to progress.
This is a unique opportunity to shape and grow outdoor learning provision, supporting pupils to build confidence, independence, and readiness for adulthood.
Our Core Values:
- Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
- Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
- Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
- Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
- Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
- Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
- Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.
Why Choose Us?
- Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
- Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
- Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
- Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.
Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute and named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces.
Outdoor Learning and Forest School Instructor employer: Ingfield Manor School
Ingfield Manor School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the school offers numerous professional development opportunities and prioritises staff wellbeing through comprehensive support services. Located in beautiful grounds with extensive facilities, Ingfield Manor School not only provides a rewarding career but also ensures that every team member plays a vital role in helping young people achieve their potential.
