Job Title: Forest School Lead Outdoor Teacher SEND School
Location: East of England, Essex, Basildon
Salary: £20,000 - £32,000 per annum
Job Duties:
Lead outdoor educational activities at the Forest School for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Plan and deliver engaging and inclusive outdoor learning sessions
Create a safe and supportive environment for students to develop social, emotional, and physical skills
Collaborate with school staff and parents to support students' individual learning needs
Assess and monitor student progress and provide feedback to support their development
Maintain accurate records of student participation and achievements
Required Qualifications:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Forest School Leader qualification
Experience working with students with SEND
Knowledge of outdoor education principles and practises
Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Education or related field
Experience in leading outdoor education programmes
Understanding of SEND educational requirements
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual student needs
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional training in outdoor learning or environmental education
Experience in developing and implementing individual education plans (IEPs)
First Aid certification
Working Conditions:
Work outdoors in various weather conditions
Collaborate with a diverse range of students, staff, and parents
Follow school policies and procedures for safeguarding and health & safety
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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