Outdoor Education Teacher (SEMH & Forest School)
  • England,North West,Lancashire
  • Full Time, Temporary
  • £135.68 - £164.10 per day
Job Description:
Location: Barnoldswick, Lancashire (BB18)
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (FTE)
Contract: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm
Start Date: ASAP / April 2026
Role OverviewAre 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 ApplySubmit your CV today. We are looking to interview and hold trial days sooner rather than later.
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