OUTDOOR LEARNING SPECIALIST TA

Location

Preston St Stephen's Church Of England Primary School, South Meadow Lane, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8JN (339 on roll)

Tel: 01772 556306
School website: www.st-stephens.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

At St Stephen's, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all children, and every member of our team has a shared responsibility to uphold this with the utmost diligence and integrity.St Stephen’s Church of England Primary School is seeking an Outdoor Learning Specialist Teaching Assistant to join our caring and friendly school team. This is a unique role for a forward-thinking and enthusiastic individual who wants to help shape the future of our preschool provision and support our journey towards Forest School accreditation. You will also help support our school as it journeys towards OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) accreditation to enhance provision for play at break/lunchtimes.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who:

Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Forest School qualification (or is willing to work towards one).

Has experience working with young children in an educational setting.

Is passionate about outdoor learning and understands its impact on child development.

Is creative, resourceful, and confident leading activities in an outdoor environment.

Can build strong relationships with children, staff, and parents.

Embraces our school’s values and wants to be part of an ambitious, supportive, and forward-thinking team.

St Stephen’s is a warm, welcoming, and ambitious school where everyone is valued, cared for, and encouraged to learn and grow. We are a happy team and love our work. We are intentional about culture, ensuring that we do all we can to enable our staff to flourish as professionals. Our organisational principles guide everything we do as a staff team:

We value everyone – Every voice matters, and the achievements of all are celebrated.

We care deeply – We insist on the highest standards while showing compassion for the children and families we serve.

We learn – We embrace change and actively seek opportunities for growth.

We have integrity – We are honest, ethical, and accountable.

We are a family – We support, encourage, and lift each other up.

Applications are via the Teacher Vacancies website
here

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Essential Qualifications

Please refer to the application pack attached for further information

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the headteacher for an informal discussion

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.