At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging outdoor learning experiences for pupils with complex needs.
- Company: Join a passionate team dedicated to therapeutic outdoor education.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to shape outdoor learning and support personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying the great outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience or interest in outdoor learning and strong teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ 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.
Role Summary
You will design and deliver inclusive outdoor learning across all phases, including KS3 provision, using approaches such as forest school, horticulture, and environmental learning. The role focuses on promoting independence, wellbeing, and functional life skills through a therapeutic, person-centred approach aligned with EHCP outcomes and Conductive Education principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, safe, and inclusive outdoor learning experiences tailored to pupils with complex needs.
- Embed outdoor learning within the wider curriculum, supporting personal development, resilience, communication, and independence.
- Develop a progressive accredited pathway (e.g. Foundation Learning, with BTEC/City & Guilds planned from 2027), ensuring accessibility and meaningful outcomes.
- Lead and coordinate an inclusive Duke of Edinburgh Programme, ensuring compliance, accessibility, and successful participation.
- Provide vocational and land-based learning opportunities, developing transferable skills and real-world experiences through partnerships and community engagement.
- Maintain and enhance outdoor learning spaces, ensuring they are safe, accessible, and promote high-quality learning.
- Work as part of a transdisciplinary team, monitor pupil progress, and contribute to assessment and reporting.
- Ensure all provision meets safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management requirements, while promoting positive risk-taking.
About You
- Experience or strong interest in outdoor learning, forest school, or land-based education.
- Commitment to inclusive, therapeutic practice.
- Ability to support pupils with additional or complex needs (experience desirable).
- Strong organisational and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
This is a unique opportunity to shape and grow outdoor learning provision, supporting pupils to build confidence, independence, and readiness for adulthood.
Outdoor Learning and Forest School Instructor in Billingshurst employer: Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delfos
Join a forward-thinking educational institution that prioritises the wellbeing and development of both its pupils and staff. As an Outdoor Learning and Forest School Instructor, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that values inclusivity and personal growth, with opportunities for professional development and collaboration within a dedicated transdisciplinary team. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career in outdoor education.
Contact Details:
Unidad Educativa Bilingüe Delfos Recruitment Team
