St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School

Woodlands; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local Primary School in Tonbridge is seeking a dedicated Forest School Lead/HLTA to join its team. The successful candidate will support and facilitate learning for primary school children, plan dynamic Forest School sessions, and ensure a safe learning environment in line with safeguarding regulations. This full-time position is term time only, offering a salary of £26,393 - £27,713 pro rata based on experience, with working hours from 8.45am to 3.15pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Primary school setting.
• Ability to support individuals and groups to enhance learning.
• Adherence to safeguarding regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging Forest School sessions.
• Support students in small groups and whole classes.
• Foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience working with children

Ability to work independently

Positive outlook

Planning Forest School sessions

Job description

FULL TIME TERM TIME - FOREST SCHOOL LEAD/HLTA

We are looking for applications for a Forest School Lead/HLTA to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team of staff. At St Margaret Clitherow, we work together to bring exciting learning experiences to the children inside our welcoming classrooms and outside in our amazing outdoor environment.

We now have an opening for an applicant with experience in working with children across a Primary school who has a caring and positive outlook, and is able to work alongside teachers to support individuals, small groups, and whole classes to enable the child to learn to the best of their abilities and develop independence, whilst promoting our Christian ethos. An applicant who can plan and facilitate engaging, fun and educational Forest School sessions, adhering to strong safeguarding and safety regulations. Whilst we are a Catholic Primary School, we accept applications from other faiths and non‑faith individuals.

We are looking for a full time (Monday to Friday), HLTA (am) and Forest School Lead (pm), term time only. The working hours are 8.45am – 3.15pm daily. We offer a pro rata salary on KSD (£26,393 - £27,713) dependant on experience.

For an application pack, including application form, please follow the link to our school website www.stmargaretclitherowschool.org.uk

Please send your application to us and we will contact you, should we wish to invite you for an interview.

St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applications will be asked for two references and be subject to a DBS check, health questionnaire, plus verification of the right to work in the UK.

Closing date for applications is Monday 5th January 2026 at 12pm with interviews to be held on Friday 9th and Monday 12th January 2026.