Forest School Leader (Pioneer Federation St Mary the Virgin, East Hoathly, Chidd
Job introduction
Hours of work: 10 (4 x pm's)
Working pattern: Casual
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Fixed term for: Until August 2024
Closing date: Tuesday 6 June 2023
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Pioneer Federation (St Mary the Virgin, East Hoathly, Chiddingly and Park Mead Primaries, High Street, Hartfield, TN7 4AA
Phone: 01892 770221
Email: finance@pioneerfederation.co.uk
Website: https://pioneerfederation.co.uk/vacancies/
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
About the role
We are a federation of 4 small schools ( East Hoathly Primary, Chiddingly Primary, Park Mead Primary Upper Dicker and St Mary the Virgin, Hartfield) set in beautiful rural locations and are looking for a passionate Forest School Leader, who has a strong understanding of the benefits of outdoor education and is able to plan and deliver our Forest School programme, supporting our high standards of care and education.
Applicants are welcome for one or more of our schools - approx 2.5 hrs pw (afternoons preferred) for 5 weeks per term for each school. Please see our school website for more details / job description & person specification.
Ideally, you will have L3 Forest Schools Programme Leadership Certificate
Additional information
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
Company information
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.