Forest School and Educational Visits Lead

Inspire. Explore. Transform. We're looking for a passionate outdoor educator to lead Forest School sessions and support off-site educational visits for young people with SEMH needs. You'll bring learning to life through hands-on outdoor experiences, helping pupils build confidence, resilience and a love of the natural world. What you will bring:

• Plan and deliver engaging Forest School sessions for small groups and 1:1 learners
• Lead outdoor learning and educational visits that spark curiosity and support wider development
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and EHCP targets
• Create safe, stimulating outdoor environments in all weathers
• Work collaboratively as part of our One Team to support academic, social and behavioural progress
• Maintain records, track progress and contribute to pupils' accreditation pathways
  
  We're looking for someone who is:
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience working with children or young people (SEMH experience a bonus)
• A genuine love of the outdoors and resilience to work in all conditions
• Creativity, enthusiasm and a commitment to helping young people thrive
  
  Riseley Green School is an independent specialist school near Reading, Berkshire, for autistic young people aged 4-16, with a capacity of 60 pupils.
We provide a nurturing, structured environment tailored to each child's needs, fostering academic, social, and emotional growth. Small classes, high staff-to-pupil ratios, and personalised programmes ensure every pupil can thrive and reach their full potential. Our dedicated team works closely with families to support wellbeing, independence, and the development of essential life skills. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
+ Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits + Hundreds of UK and international discounts + Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme + Critical illness cover + Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support