Forest School Lead

We are seeking an experienced Level 3 qualified Forest School Lead to join our team. The hours of work are 8.15am - 3.30pm, 3 days a week (preferably Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). Term time plus 5 inset days.

Bucks pay scale 2 - 3 £26,552 - £31,230 (pro rata £12,282 - £14,462) dependent on qualifications and experience. Please see job description and person specification for details about the the role.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a Forest School Lead within the positive, caring and collaborative atmosphere of our school. If you want to become a member of our dynamic, talented and supportive teaching team this might be the role for you.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and committed staff team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A beautiful rural school setting with a strong community feel
• The chance to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils

This is an excellent opportunity to join our school during an exciting phase in our development. Overstone Combined School is a popular school with amazing facilities. We have superb outdoor sports facilities and our own forest area from which we run a successful forest school curriculum. The school is conveniently located between Leighton Buzzard and Aylesbury, 10 minutes from Leighton Buzzard train station and 30 minutes from the M1.

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you think this might be the job for you. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a tour of the school and to meet the Headteacher. If you have any questions, please email Kim Warren at sbm@overstone-wing.org.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon Wednesday 8th July with interview dates during the week commencing Monday 13th July. The school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date for the right candidate.

Overstone Combined School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete a DBS check and any offers will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references.