Forest School Lead

Suffolk Jobs Direct Careers; Debenham; On-site; GBP 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Suffolk is seeking a Forest School Lead to deliver engaging sessions and manage an After School Club. This part-time role requires an enthusiastic and reliable individual dedicated to supporting children, including those with special educational needs. Candidates should be flexible and embody teamwork values. A commitment to professional development and a willingness to obtain a Forest School qualification is essential. Salary is £30,024 per annum pro rata, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Work with enthusiastic and highly motivated children

Opportunities for continuing professional development

Excellent relationship with families

Qualifications

• Ability to support children with special education needs.
• Commitment to continual professional development.
• Willing to complete Forest School qualification if not already obtained.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Forest School to two year groups each term.
• Lead an After School Club.
• Lead all aspects of the running of the Forest School.
• Promote the principles of Forest School.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Reliable

Flexible

Teamwork mindset

Job description

Forest School Lead – Sir Robert Hitcham CEVAP Primary School

Stowmarket, Suffolk (IP14 6PL)

Reference: 8278

Hours: 8.5 hours per week – one day per week, 38 weeks per year (term time)

Contract: Permanent, Required as soon as possible

Salary: £30,024 per annum, pro rata (£15.56 per hour)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Forest School to two year groups each term
• Lead an After School Club
• Lead all aspects of the running of the Forest School
• Promote the principles of Forest School

Qualifications & Requirements

• Enthusiastic, reliable, flexible and a teamwork mindset
• Dedicated to supporting children to be the best they can be
• Ability to support children with special education needs
• Commitment to continual professional development
• Willing to complete Forest School qualification if not already obtained

Benefits

• Work with enthusiastic and highly motivated children
• Dedicated staff
• Opportunities for continuing professional development
• Christian values at the heart of everything we do
• Excellent relationship with families

Application Process

For an informal discussion, contact Laura Dumolo, Headteacher, 01728 860201.

Read the Job Description (pdf) and School Information (word).

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.

To apply, complete the Application Form (docx) and read the Application Guidance (docx).

Also available on our website at www.sirroberthitcham.suffolk.sch.uk.

Submit completed application forms to Gillian Seccombe at [e-mail] or by post to Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 6PL.

We do not accept CVs.

Important Dates

Closing date: 4pm, 2 February 2026

Interview date: 6 February 2026

Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding

Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An Enhanced DBS check will be required.

We welcome diversity.