Job Description

Do you love the outdoors, have a passion for early years education and believe children learn best through exploring, discovering and getting a little muddy?

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner/Teaching Assistant to join our friendly Froebelian inspired Forest Pre School team

The Role:

£14 per hour
2 days per week
Term-time only
Working hours: 8.15am - 3.15pm (with flexibility with regards to start and end time)
Working within a wonderful outdoor forest pre school environment

The Ideal Candidate:

Holds a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification.
Has a good understanding of the EYFS framework.
Has knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
Understands children's health, safety and wellbeing requirements.
Has a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
Is enthusiastic about outdoor learning and enjoys spending time outside in all weathers.
Is caring, patient, reliable and able to work well as part of a team.
Can provide suitable references and undertake the necessary safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

What We Offer:
A rewarding role in a beautiful outdoor learning environment.
The opportunity to inspire curiosity, confidence and a love of nature and a supportive and welcoming team.

If you are passionate about early years education and love the idea of helping children explore, grow and thrive in the great outdoors, we would love to hear from you.

Please get in touch with us by sending your CV and a little information about yourself to hello@bishopsforestschool.co.uk

Information about the School

Bishop's Forest Pre School's approach is child led and inspired by the principles of Friedrich Froebel, recognising play as the highest form of learning. Whether building dens, observing wildlife, creating natural art or sharing stories around the campfire, children develop confidence, resilience and a deep connection to the natural world. Whatever the weather, the woodland becomes the classroom, supporting physical development, emotional well being and a life long love of nature and learning. By following each child's interests and ideas, we nurture independent thinkers who feel valued, capable and curious. We have a beautiful 10 acre sole use woodland site in Rettendon Common, Essex and a purpose built classroom. Our small team is led by two primary school teachers with combined experience of over 60 years in primary education.