Delves Federation
Delves Infant and Junior Schools
Bell Lane, Walsall, WS5 4PU
01922 721112

Forest School Leader
Part Time (0.2) 2 days per week
£7,267.60 – 8,957.60 (actual salary UNQ 1-3)
Required for September 2021
Temporary Contract initially for 12 months

We are pleased to offer this exciting new role based initially within Delves Junior School working with children from Year 3 to year 6.  This new appointment reflects our commitment to provide our children with a rich educational experience and to further develop our existing provision.  We are keen to work with the successful candidate to develop our vision and make Forest School a key element of our offer to children.  This is initially a temporary contract which we hope to make permanent if the role is successful.

We are looking for someone who:-

• Is a qualified Forest School Leader (Level 3 or above)
• Is happy to spend a large proportion of their day outside, whatever the weather
• Is a highly motivated, innovative and effective teacher.
• Has a proven track record of leading Forest School Sessions.
• Is passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential.
• Has good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Has a strong commitment to working in partnership with the whole school community.
• Is s team player with a positive outlook and a good sense of humour.

We can offer you:-

• Pupils who are hard working and excited to learn.
• A strong commitment as a federation to staff development and well being.
• Opportunities to innovate and enrich school curriculum
• A supportive governing body who are committed to helping the school move forwards
• Dedicated leaders and enthusiastic supportive colleagues.

Visits to the school are encouraged and welcomed.  Please contact the school via email (postbox@delvesjuniorschool.co.uk) to make an appointment.

Closing Date: 12^th May 2021 4pm

Interviews will take place in week commencing 17^th May 2021.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people.  The applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS and a range of other recruitment checks.

Information packs and application forms are available from our school websites: Delvesjunior.co.uk