At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging outdoor learning and manage the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on making a real difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy annual salary reviews, enhanced pension contributions, and access to health programmes.
- Other info: The position requires a commitment to safeguarding and upholding school values.
- Why this job: This role offers ongoing professional development and a supportive environment for career growth.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent experience in Construction or Horticulture required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Applications will be considered from main pay scale and UPS candidates.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, engaging vocational and outdoor learning
- Support strong pupil progress through inclusive teaching
- Lead Forest School (Y3-Y11) and Outdoor Learning provision
- Manage the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme
- Plan, assess and deliver accredited vocational courses
- Organise practical learning, trips and expeditions
- Maintain safe, effective learning environments
- Manage resources, facilities and subject development
- Monitor teaching quality and pupil outcomes
- Support pupil wellbeing as a form tutor
- Collaborate with staff and contribute to school improvement
- Uphold school values, policies and safeguarding responsibilities
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent qualification/experience
- Relevant qualification or demonstrable experience in Construction, Horticulture or a related vocational field
- Commitment to working towards Open Awards delivery qualifications (training available if not already held)
- Willingness to undertake Forest School Leader training (if not already qualified)
- Forest School Level 3 qualification (desirable)
- Assessor/Internal Verifier qualifications (e.g. TAQA, A1 or equivalent) (desirable)
- Outdoor education or Duke of Edinburgh training/qualification (desirable)
- First Aid qualification (particularly outdoor/paediatric) (desirable)
Benefits
- Annual salary reviews and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- A collaborative and dedicated team of professionals
- A rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference to children's lives
- Supportive environment to enable growth in your career
- Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free 24/7 helpline and counselling service
- Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Generous life cover
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are Disability Confident committed and will make reasonable adjustments to support disabled candidates during the application process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The successful applicant will be appointed subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
Forest School And Outdoor Learning Teacher employer: KEDLESTON GROUP
Located in a supportive environment, this school prioritises professional development and well-being. Employees benefit from a collaborative team atmosphere and access to health programmes, including a free 24/7 helpline. The school is committed to equal opportunities and supports disabled candidates during the application process.
