Job Description

Location: West Bradford (Near Clitheroe), Lancashire (BB7 area) Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (+ SEN Allowance) Contract: Full-Time, Temp to Perm Start Date: 1st June 2026

The Opportunity: Education Beyond the Classroom

Are you a Qualified Teacher (QTS/QTLS) who believes that nature is the ultimate classroom? We are launching a brand-new Alternative Provision (AP) in West Bradford and are seeking a foundational Outdoor Education Teacher to join our team.

Starting on 1st June 2026, you will be a key member of our founding staff. This is a Temp to Perm position, providing a unique "lead-in" period during our setup phase to shape the outdoor curriculum before transitioning to a permanent school contract.

Key Responsibilities

  • Outdoor Curriculum Lead: Design and deliver a high-impact, therapeutic outdoor curriculum (Bushcraft, Horticulture, PE, and Nature Studies).

  • SEMH Specialist: Support students with complex Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs using the natural environment to build resilience.

  • EHCP Implementation: Work closely with the SENCO to achieve learning outcomes for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

  • Founding Team Setup: Assist in the development of our rural West Bradford site, preparing outdoor learning zones for a September intake.

What We Are Looking For

  • Mandatory: Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS.

  • Specialism: Proven experience in Outdoor Education or Forest School leadership is highly desirable.

  • Resilience: A passion for working with "hard to reach" learners in an Alternative Provision (AP) setting.

  • Ribble Valley Connection: Comfortable working in all weathers within our beautiful rural BB7 location.

Why Join Our West Bradford AP?

  • Path to Permanency: A direct route to a permanent contract following a successful trial period.

  • The "June Start" Advantage: Get settled, build the curriculum, and bond with the team long before the traditional September rush.

  • Incredible Environment: Swap a traditional staffroom for the hills and woodlands of the Ribble Valley.

  • Founding Impact: You aren't just joining a school; you are building one. Your DNA will be in the culture of this provision from day one.

How to Apply

If you are searching for Outdoor Teaching jobs in Clitheroe or AP Teacher roles in West Bradford, this is the "New Start" you've been looking for.

Apply Now: Send your CV and a brief summary of your outdoor teaching philosophy to rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com. Closing Date: Open-ended.