Job Title: Forest School Leader Award-Winning Nursery GroupMake your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position._Location:_ Horsham, West Sussex_Salary:_ Up to 28,000 per year_Job Type:_ Full-time, PermanentTop Staff Perks Work Outdoors Every Day All-Expenses-Paid International CPD Trips Wellbeing Support + Real Career Growth About the RoleLittle Barn Owls Nursery Group 2024 Nursery World Award Winner is looking for a passionate and energetic Forest School Leader to bring the magic of the outdoors to life for our children.If you love muddy boots, campfires, bug hunts and inspiring young minds in nature, this is your dream job.Youll deliver exceptional forest school sessions in beautiful woodland and farm-based settings as part of our unique Reggio Emilia and nature-inspired curriculum.What You'll Be Doing Lead daily Forest School sessions with small groups of children Create exciting, safe, and engaging outdoor learning experiences Support child-led exploration and risk-taking through nature Encourage resilience, curiosity, and confidence in children Collaborate with educators and leadership to embed outdoor learning across the curriculum Maintain tools, fire pits, outdoor resources and woodland areas Promote a deep respect for the environment through hands-on experienceWhat Youll Need Forest School Leader qualification (Level 3 or equivalent) Experience delivering outdoor sessions for children Knowledge of risk assessment , bushcraft and nature-based learning Level 3 childcare qualification (desirable but not essential) Passion for Early Years, nature, and outdoor education A calm, confident presence and playful, can-do attitude Understanding of EYFS and safeguarding practicesYour DevelopmentAfter a 3-month induction, youll join our Little Barn Owls Training Academy , completing specialist modules focused on outdoor learning, leadership and reflective practice with 1:1 mentoring throughout.You'll also have opportunities for international CPD trips and further leadership development.Why Join Us? Up to 28,000 salary Up to 1,000 welcome bonus All-expenses-paid CPD trips abroad 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) 80% childcare discount Seasonal bonuses + long-service rewards Buy/sell holiday scheme Staff socials, wellbeing support & reward schemes Beautiful, natural settings with purpose-built forest spaces Work alongside artists, educators, and creative teams Clear career progression routes in a supportive, award-winning teamWorking Hours Monday to Friday, 7:30am 6:00pm (rotas apply) Full-time only, 51 weeks per yearNeed to Know Enhanced DBS check and references required Were proud to be an equal opportunities employer Committed to safeguarding and child protection About Little Barn OwlsWe run four award-winning, Reggio Emilia-inspired nurseries across West Sussex, blending creativity, nature and child-led learning._Nursery World UK Nursery Group of the Year 2020__UK Nursery of the Year 2015__Winner Enabling Environments 2024_#INDRLJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: 27,000.00-32,000.00 per yearBenefits: Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Sick paySchedule: Monday to Friday No weekendsAbility to commute/relocate: West Sussex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Experience: Forest School Leader: 1 year (required)Language: English (required)Licence/Certification: Forest School - Level 3 or above (required)Work Location: In person
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Forest School Leader