Forest School Teacher (Non-Qualified)

Forest School Teacher (Non-Qualified) required at Woodside School in Leicestershire

Woodside Group - Charley Road Leicestershire
Forest School Teacher (Non-Qualified)
Full time and Permanent, Term Time Only

£21,940 to £24,071 (actual salary)

To start as soon as possible

At Woodside, we specialise in educating young people with an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding team and work in our wonderful school with our exceptional students and staff.

Your New Role:

We are currently looking to appoint a new Forest School Teacher (Unqualified) to join our amazing team at our unique outdoor setting for students aged 11-19 in our growing Leicestershire setting on a full-time, permanent basis.

We're looking for a passionate individual with experience in helping to develop a child in line with targets from their academic and pastoral plans.

The successful candidate will be delivering small group sessions at a base specifically crafted for a small group of students. This "homely" feeling enables us to nurture our students and provide them with the best education experience once we've successfully engaged with them emotionally. Therefore, we need practitioners who can build trusting relationships and provide security to our vulnerable learners and who can communicate clearly, confidently, and demonstrate resilience in high-pressure circumstances.

Outdoor learning is central to our provisions. The appointed candidate will need to advocate for outdoor learning, incorporating this into as many lessons as possible. You will also be responsible for supporting pupils in processing new information, which will be built upon a solid understanding of the student's manifestation of autism.

Experience:

The appointed candidates will have a minimum of 2 years' experience working with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions.

Working Hours:

1. Monday - Friday (08:30am-15:30pm)
2. Term Time Only, 190 contact days
3. 5 inset days

About The Woodside Group:

The Woodside Group's mission is simple: to provide a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment, where children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition can find enjoyment and happiness whilst accessing their own individual timetables. We support a range of ASC pupils from the ages of 11-19 and aim for each student to reach their full potential, whether academic or vocational. When they leave our provision at age 19, they should have a clear pathway into a life as independent as their abilities allow.

We are a growing community with a number of specialist sites located in Leicestershire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire with plans for expansion in the near future. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking and innovative group of schools where two of our provisions have recently been rated OFSTED Outstanding.

If you're inspired by the prospect of being part of the Woodside team, then get in touch and start your journey with us today! Informal visits and conversations about the post are most welcome. We encourage you to visit us to see for yourself the opportunities we can provide.

How to Apply:

For more information on how to apply, arrange a school visit, and for a full application pack, please contact Mike Sherwin on the below details:

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Closing Date: asap and by Monday 10th March 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Early enquiries and applications are encouraged as we may interview suitable candidates sooner.

Safeguarding:

Please ensure that you visit our website and read our Safer Recruitment policy before applying for the role. Woodside is committed to Keeping Children Safe In Education. Part of this position requires you to work closely with vulnerable young people, reporting to Designated Safeguarding Leaders pertinent information about the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of students. Full training will be provided.

You are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are 'protected', as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you're not sure whether one of your convictions is 'protected', you can check here.

If you accidentally provide information about 'protected' convictions or cautions, we won't take this into account. It is an offence to apply for the role if you're barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

All appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including proof of address, two satisfactory references, a completed application form, verification of your identity and right to work in the UK, confirmation of your teacher registration number (if applicable), a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check, verification of all listed qualifications, and proof of vehicular business insurance.