Forest School Leader

Due to popular demand, Daisy Fays are looking for a Forest School Leader to join our growing team.

• To assist our Forest School Lead in daily activities
• To evaluate programmes and to continually strive for improvement.
• To promote learning in the outdoor environment and the ethos of Forest Schools and outdoor learning.
• To be responsible at all times for high standards of care and education of all group members in accordance with the Forest Schools Association principles and criteria for good practice.
• To ensure the health and safety of all participants, including writing and checking risk assessments for the tools and activities used.
• The role is almost exclusively out doors and will require working on uneven surfaces and in unpredictable weather conditions.
• Forest Schools Leader Experience in working with children in education essential
• Level 3 Forest Schools Programme Leadership Certificate
• Level 3 or equivalent in Childcare and Education
• Hold a current Paediatric First Aid Certificate, (or be willing to undertake the training)
• Hold a Food Hygiene Certificate (or be willing to undertake the training).
• An understanding of Health & Safety requirements and welfare issues of working with children aged between 3 and 5
• Knowledge, understanding and practical experience of Forest Schools provision for children aged between 3 and 5.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of child development and the EYFS.
• Knowledge and understanding and practical experience of sustainable woodland management and education within the outdoor environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to think creatively and adapt activities to allow all children to be included and a commitment to equal opportunities for all learners.
• Love of the outdoors and nature.
• Self-motivated.

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