Forest School Instructor - Term Time

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Forest School Instructor to join our close-knit team at Heath Farm School. About the role The successful applicant will work alongside The Outdoor Learning Lead and Outdoor Learning LSA to deliver Outdoor Learning at Heath Farm School. + Work with the Outdoor Learning Lead and senior staff in the observation, assessment and planning cycle and to manage and prepare resources. + Engage with and support pupil's learning and generally support pupils with set activities, independent problem solving and creative play. + Supervise pupils at all times, which may include lunchtimes as required. + To manage support staff and volunteers effectively, ensuring they embrace the ethos of Outdoor Learning. + To ensure the health and safety of all participants

+ Experienced in working with pupils in education or play work. + Ability to motivate and inspire pupils across the range of age, ability and confidence. + GCSE Maths and English grade 4/c and above. + Level 3 Forest Schools Programme Leadership Certificate (or at least Level 2 working towards Level 3). + Hold a current Paediatric First Aid Certificate, (or be willing to undertake the training)

We are an independent SEN school that offers a unique and stimulating environment where every pupil can make outstanding progress in their personal development and enjoy success in their education. From our nurturing approach for primary pupils through to the relaxed working environment of the specialist College Provision, all students are encouraged to reach high standards in every aspect of their lives. Our pupils present with a wide range of needs, including social and emotional issues, learning difficulties, mental health problems and associated conditions. However, they are able to enjoy extraordinary outcomes and be happy at school. Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and care for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is part of the Outcomes First Group. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: + Life Assurance + Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions + "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: + A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits + 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad + Cycle to Work Schemes + Electric Car Purchase Scheme + Critical illness cover + Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.