* Forest School Lead
* Sir Robert Hitcham CEVAP School
* Address: Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 6PL
* Salary: £30,024 per annum, pro rata (£15.56 per hour)
* Hour: 8.5 hours per week – one day per week, 38 weeks per year (term time)
* Contract: Permanent, Required as soon as possible
* Reference: 8278
Sir Robert Hitcham CEVAP School are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Forest School Lead, one day a week, who has a passion for supporting children to thrive and be the best they can be.
At Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School, we are proud of our school community where we celebrate respect and compassion as we strive to be more like Jesus.
You must be:
* enthusiastic
* reliable, flexible and willing to work as part of a team
* dedicated to supporting children to be the best they can be
* able to support children with special education needs
* committed to continual professional development
* able to promote the principles of Forest School
* to lead in all aspects of the running of our Forest School.
We are seeking to appoint a Forest School Lead to work across the school. The role will include delivering Forest School to two year groups each term and one After School Club.
The school offers:
* enthusiastic and highly motivated children who enjoy their learning
* dedicated staff
* opportunities for continuing professional development
* Christian values at the heart of everything we do
* an excellent relationship with families
We are willing to consider someone who does not have the Forest School qualification but would be willing to complete it whilst working at Sir Robert Hitcham Primary School.
For more information
For an informal discussion please contact Laura Dumolo, Headteacher, on
Please read the Job Description (pdf) and School Information (word)
Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.
How to apply
Please complete the Application Form (docx) and read the Application Guidance (docx)
An application form and further details can also be found on our website at
Completed application forms should be returned to Gillian Seccombe at or Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 6PL
We do not accept CVs.
Closing date: 4pm, 2 February 2026
Interview date: 6 February 2026
Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be required.
Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School welcomes diversity.