Outdoor Education Teacher (SEMH & Forest School)

Location: Barnoldswick, Lancashire (BB18) Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (FTE) Contract: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm Start Date: ASAP / April 2026 Role Overview Are you a teacher who believes the best classroom has no walls? We are seeking an innovative Outdoor Education Teacher for a specialized SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) role in Barnoldswick. This is a hybrid position designed for a practitioner who excels in non-traditional environments. The Weekly Split: 2 Days: Specialised classroom-based teaching (Small group SEMH). 3 Days: Outdoor learning and adventure-based education. We practice a "Sneaking Teaching" philosophy embedding core literacy, numeracy, and life skills into high-engagement outdoor activities so students learn without the pressure of a traditional desk-bound setting. Key Responsibilities Sneaking Teaching: Plan and deliver "stealth learning" where academic objectives are integrated into bushcraft, horticulture, and outdoor survival skills. SEMH Support: Use the outdoors as a therapeutic tool to support students with complex emotional needs, attachment disorders, and EHCP targets. Curriculum Delivery: Lead small-group classroom sessions for 2 days a week, focusing on re-engaging "hard-to-reach" learners. Restorative Practice: Utilise trauma-informed de-escalation techniques to manage behaviour and build resilience. The Ideal Candidate Qualified: Holding QTS, QTLS, or a Level 3 Forest School Leadership qualification. Outdoor Expert: Confident leading sessions in all Lancashire weathers; experienced in risk-benefit assessment. Resilient: A "firm but fair" approach with the empathy required to support vulnerable young people. Local: Ideally based in or near the BB18 area (Barnoldswick, Colne, Skipton). Why Join Our Team? Temp-to-Perm: A 1-2 day paid trial is available immediately, leading to a permanent contract for the right candidate. Creative Freedom: We value teachers who think outside the box (and the building). Competitive Pay: Up to £32k with a clear path for professional development. How to Apply Submit your CV today. We are looking to interview and hold trial days sooner rather than later. E-mail (url removed)