Forest School Leader – Little Bee’s Day Nursery
Do you believe children learn best when they’re outdoors — exploring, discovering, and connecting with nature?
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, qualified Forest School Leader to join our team at Little Bee’s Day Nursery, where curiosity, adventure, and outdoor learning are at the heart of what we do.
About the Role
You’ll lead our brand-new Forest School for 3–5 year olds, set in beautiful natural surroundings with open fields, woodland, and friendly animals including sheep, pigs, chickens and horses.
This is a truly unique opportunity to create magical outdoor experiences every day — from campfire cooking and bug hunts to den building and storytelling under the trees.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 6:30pm (shift pattern within these hours)
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Children: Up to 30 children in our outdoor classroom
What You’ll Be Doing
- Planning and leading Forest School sessions that inspire confidence, independence and imagination
- Creating risk-benefit activities that nurture curiosity and resilience
- Working closely with our Early Years team to link learning to the EYFS
- Maintaining safety, wellbeing and environmental respect at all times
- Supporting and mentoring other staff to embrace outdoor learning
What We’re Looking For
- Level 3 (or above) Forest School Leader qualification
- Strong understanding of EYFS and child development
- Outdoor or nature-based experience with children
- Confidence in risk assessing, managing fire safety and tool use
- Passion for nurturing children’s connection to the natural world
- Positive, can-do attitude and a love for muddy boots and outdoor adventures!
What We Offer
- A chance to lead something unique and exciting within a growing nursery
- Supportive management team who value creativity and autonomy
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Beautiful outdoor environment with on-site animals and nature spaces
Join Our Hive!
If you’re ready to bring your passion for the outdoors to Little Bee’s and help children learn, grow and thrive in nature — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a short statement about why you love outdoor learning.
Little Bee’s Day Nursery – where nature, nurture and learning come together.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.50-£15.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
