At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting outdoor Forest School sessions for children and inspire a love for nature.
- Company: The Cathedral School Llandaff, a top independent school in Cardiff.
- Benefits: Earn up to £15.66 per hour, enjoy free lunches, and access wellness activities.
- Other info: Join a supportive community with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives through creative outdoor learning experiences.
- Qualifications: Passion for outdoor education and experience working with children.
The predicted salary is between 15.66 - 15.66 £ per hour.
The Cathedral School Llandaff, Cardiff’s leading independent school for girls and boys, seeks to appoint a creative and enthusiastic Forest School Leader who is passionate about outdoor learning experiences, to join the team on a fixed term basis from 11 January 2027 to 28 February 2027, in the first instance.
The role will include leading Forest School sessions for current and prospective pupils of the school and children in the local community.
The hours of work for the fixed term contract will be from 8.30 to 15.30 each Wednesday.
Opportunities to support further Forest School provision can arise, should additional hours be desirable.
There will also be a requirement to attend relevant training or INSET days which fall within the fixed term period; advance notice of the dates will be provided.
The rate of pay is up to £15.66 per hour, dependent on experience and payable against authorised timesheets submitted.
Lunch is provided daily during term time for all staff free of charge.
Staff are enrolled into an ‘auto-enrolment’ pension scheme.
The Wellbeing Committee helps to support staff welfare, and all staff have access to a gym, and weekly yoga and pilates sessions.
For further information about the role and staff benefits, please see the candidate pack below.
Standards at the school, academic and behavioural are very high and there is a strong Christian ethos.
The school is committed to a policy of equality and aims to ensure that no job applicant, member of staff, student or other member of the school community is treated less favourably on grounds of race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or religious belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital or civil partner status, disability or age.
It is recognised and welcomed that teaching and support staff will come to the school with a variety of faiths, beliefs and backgrounds.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo full DBS clearance in order to establish their suitability to work with children.
Applications are invited by 11.59pm on Sunday 15 November 2026 and interviews will take place as soon as possible thereafter.
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Forest School Leader (Primary) (PT, fixed, Indep) in Cardiff employer: The Cathedral School
The Cathedral School offers a supportive and nurturing environment for Teaching Assistants, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners. With a strong commitment to professional development and a focus on high standards, our school fosters a collaborative work culture that values diversity and inclusivity. Located in the heart of Cardiff, we provide competitive remuneration and additional benefits, ensuring that our staff feel valued and motivated in their roles.
