Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 23/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Wednesday 9 December 2026
A part-timeForest School Practitioneris required on a 1 year Fixed term basis at Chappel Church of England Primary School, The Street, Chapel, Colchester, CO6 2DD.The school is part of the LIFE Education Trust's Colchester Hub along with Fordham All Saints Cof E Primary School, Holy Trinity Eight Ash Green Cof E Primary School and Langenhoe Community Primary School.
At LIFE Education Trust, our purpose is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish' and we work collaboratively to ensure that everything we do can positively impact the lives of our pupils and employees.
To accomplish our purpose, we use our 3 core beliefs: 'Courageous Optimism', 'Boundless Creativity' & 'Heartfelt Compassion'. We believe in helping colleagues and pupils achieve their personal best and we strive to recruit first class talent for our Trust.
Please see our advertisement, Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this vacancy.
Information about the School
LIFE Education Trust is a community of schools who work together and have the same mission to build great learning communities which unleash and champion optimism in a spirit of compassion. Chappel Primary School is one of four schools within the Trust's Colchester Hub.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Ghislaine Wilson
The Street
Chappel, Colchester
Essex, CO6 2DD Telephone: 01206 735267
Email: cmassey@lifeeducationtrust.com
Forest School Practitioner in Colchester employer: Shorefields
Shorefields in Chelmsford is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a focus on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and a collaborative work culture that values innovation and compassion in caring for children with complex needs. Our new purpose-built school provides a unique setting where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while enjoying the benefits of working in a vibrant community.
