Primary School Teacher

Summary:

Primary School Teacher opportunity at a forward-thinking outdoor school.

About the School:

A school reimagines education through nature-based, project-led learning that prepares students for a rapidly changing world. It fosters a supportive, innovative environment where educators are encouraged to be creative and impactful.

The Opportunity:

As a Primary School Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality, outdoor-focused education to young learners. You will inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning through a dynamic, child-led curriculum. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a progressive and mission-driven school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver a balanced EYFS curriculum through child-initiated play, adult-led learning, and continuous provision.
• Develop an enabling environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and creativity.
• Observe children regularly and use these observations to inform planning, assessment, and next steps in learning.
• Support the development of early communication, language, literacy, and personal, social, and emotional skills.
• Create cross-curricular projects inspired by children’s interests and real-world connections.
• Assess, monitor, and report on children's learning and development in line with EYFS requirements.
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils.
• Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils through high expectations and meaningful experiences.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage, particularly with 4-5 year olds.
• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework and child development from ages 4–5.
• Experience of learning through play, continuous provision, and outdoor learning.
• Experience working with 4 to 11 year olds in a primary school setting.

Preferred

• Forest School Level 2/3 qualification.
• Experience within an outdoor education environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A 4-day teaching week (Monday to Thursday).
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.