Part-Time Forest School Lead
We are looking for a Forest School Lead to join the team from September 2025. You will be expected to provide leadership and support and develop the Forest School curriculum from Nursery to Year 6. To be successful, you will hold the relevant Forest School Leadership Qualification.
The post is term-time only and is for three days a week. The core working hours are 8.00am – 4.00pm on Tuesday and 8.00am – 5.30pm on Wednesday and Thursday. These hours are subject to change in timetable, and flexibility is required.
About us
Sutton Valence School is a leading co-educational boarding and day school, educating more than 886 pupils aged 2–18 years.
Set in the heart of Kent, we boast beautiful surroundings that have been inspiring pupils since 1576. We enjoy an excellent reputation for providing a truly holistic education for our pupils, reflecting our Christian ethos.
Benefits
In return, you'll enjoy:
- Benenden healthcare membership
- Fitness facilities
- Fee remission
- Free school meals
- Free parking
- EV scheme
- And more!
Closing date: Friday, 23rd May 2025.
We welcome early applications, and we may interview candidates and appoint before the closing date.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and a declaration of medical fitness. It is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the School’s Child Protection policy may be found on the School’s website, which all applicants are expected to read prior to interview.
Sutton Valence School is an equal opportunities employer.