Forest School Leader Buckingham, United Kingdom £28,412.80-£32,427.20 Per Annum (pro-rata) | £13.66-£15.59 Per Hour. Full Time, Permanent Apply By No Expiry Date Posted On 29 April, 2026

Childbase Partnership

Buckingham, United Kingdom
Base: £28,412.80-£32,427.20 py; hourly: £13.66-£15...
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Forest school qualification or willingness to gain it
Dfe approved level 3 early years qualification
Experience using eyfs framework as key person
** Childbase Partnership is seeking a Forest School Leader for their Field House Day Nursery in Buckingham, offering a salary of £28,412.80 to £32,427.20 per annum. The ideal candidate should possess a level 3 or above early years qualification along with a forest school qualification, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and child safeguarding. **

Job Summary

  • Join Childbase Partnership as a Forest School Leader to deliver high-quality outdoor learning experiences that enhance children's creativity and problem-solving skills.
  • The role offers generous benefits including up to 28 days of paid leave plus tax-free Partnership Reward Days and a 75% childcare discount.
  • As an employee-owned organization, every colleague is a partner who helps drive success and receives an annual tax-free dividend.

Matching Summary

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** Childbase Partnership is seeking a Forest School Leader for their Field House Day Nursery in Buckingham, offering a salary of £28,412.80 to £32,427.20 per annum. The ideal candidate should possess a level 3 or above early years qualification along with a forest school qualification, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and child safeguarding. **

Salary

Base: £28,412.80-£32,427.20 per annum; Hourly: £13.66-£15.59 per hour; Benefits: 23-28 days leave, 75% childcare discount, free meals, mental health support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Forest School qualification or willingness to gain it
  • DfE approved Level 3 early years qualification
  • Experience using EYFS framework as Key Person
  • Strong safeguarding advocacy and implementation
  • Ability to plan high quality outdoor activities

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for making outdoor learning fun
  • Collaborative partnership with parents and colleagues
  • Commitment to environmental responsibility
  • Experience enhancing creativity and problem-solving skills

Key Requirements

  • Level 3 DfE approved early years qualification
  • Forest School qualification (or support to obtain)
  • Right to Work in the UK (no visa sponsorship)
  • Enhanced DBS check clearance required
  • Commutable distance to Buckingham nursery

Work Rights

Must hold suitable Right to Work in the UK

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