Forest School Leader at St John's Catholic Primary School
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About this Role
Forest School Leader, St John's Catholic Primary School
Part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust
Required from: 7th September 2026
Fixed 12-month contract. One day a week. 6.5 hours a day. Term-time only.
Salary: £31,537 - £33,699 (actual £4692 - £5,013)
We are looking for an inspiring Forest School Leader to work with groups of children across the school in our lovely outdoor area. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic with a passion for outdoor learning.
The post holder will need to have a Level 3 Forest School Training Certificate. The preferred day of the week will be discussed with the successful applicant.
In this exciting venture the postholder will be supported and valued in our motivated and caring team.
All staff and volunteers are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring check before taking up their new position and will support our vigorous safeguarding procedures.
Candidates need to be aware that this is a Catholic school and it is important that they feel able to support and uphold this ethos fully.
The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
If you are interested in the role, we would love for you to come and visit and experience our school for yourself. Please contact office@sjb.thedcet.com or call 01225 303990 to arrange an appointment.
Closing Date: Midday, Friday 17th July 2026
Interview Date: W/C 20th July 2026
Please note applications will be reviewed on receipt and we may close the role early.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search including social media platforms of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.
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Contact Details
Mae Vincent
07840 543205
recruitment@thedcet.com
St John's Catholic Primary School would like all candidates to answer some screening questions before completing the application to support them with shortlisting. Here is a preview of the questions:
- Do you have the right to work in the UK?
- If you currently have a visa to work in the UK, please provide details of the type of visa and the expiry date.
St John's Catholic Primary School
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