Forest School Leader Job Start Date: 1st September 2025 Contract Length: Maternity Cover Salary: TA3 – Scalepoint 7-17 dependent on experience, £11,843.88 - £13,916.00 per annum 19.5 hours per week We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Forest School Leader with a Level 3 Forest School qualification to lead engaging, inclusive outdoor learning sessions throughout the school year and across the full age range (Nursery to Year 6), as well as a weekly parent-and-toddler group (Astley Acorns). The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the development, well-being and safety of all pupils through child-led learning experiences rooted in the Forest School ethos. This role requires flexibility, initiative, and a strong commitment to nurturing positive relationships within the school community. You will join a well-resourced, supportive team and work with polite, enthusiastic children in a school that values outdoor learning, environmental stewardship and Christian values at the heart of its curriculum. The vacancy is for: Forest School Leader (Part time: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30am -3:30pm with 30 minute lunch break each day) Start date is 1st September 2025 Temporary contract (Maternity Cover) TA3 SCP7 to SCP17 FTE £25,584 – £30,060 If you would like to find out more about our school, please visit our website www.astley.worcs.sch.uk or our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/astleyprimaryschool We strongly encourage visits to the school and welcome telephone calls to discuss. Please contact Amandine Stone, School Manager, on 01299 822002 or at astone@astley.worcs.sch.uk to arrange a convenient time and date. Closing date: 12 noon 4th July 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient candidates apply. Interview Date: Thursday 10th July 2025