Forest School Inclusion Practitioner - Term Time

Aylesham Primary School, Canterbury

• Ref:KCC886-2648-218S
• Posted:21/07/2025
• Pay:EKC 4 £25,486 FTE (£18,636.92 pro rata)
• Start Date:1st September 2025
• App Close Date:31/07/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

Hours: 30 Hours, Mon - Fri, 8:30 - 3:15, *Term Time only  

There has never been a better time to join Aylesham Primary School. This is a very exciting time for our school, as we embark on a journey of positive change and growth.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Forest School Level 3 trained, Inclusion Practitioner to join our team of already established, dynamic and professional practitioners who strive for greatness and enhance the performance of our pupils.

We are seeking to appoint an Inclusion Practitioner to take forest school classes and work with small groups of children in KS1/KS2 in a classroom based support capacity.  You may also work as a  1:1 Inclusion Practitioner who will work solely with one child under the guidance of the classroom teacher.

Applicants must have Forest School Leader Level 3 along with a good standard of education together with good numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) in English, Maths is required) and/or an NVQ or equivalent related to the post would be desirable. Forest School Leader Level 3  Experience of working with children is vital and you must be resilient, empathetic, patient, flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills.

We are a values led school. The applicant must be willing to adhere to and model our values: Motivation, Integrity, Nurture and Diversity (see our website for more details).

Please note the School reserves the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed prior to the closing date.

All applications should be made by email to recruitment@aylesham.kent.sch.uk

Aylesham Primary School is committed to recruiting with care in order to safeguard the welfare of pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share that commitment. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for Children, plus verification of right to work in the UK.

*The postholder is required to work for 38 weeks per year. In addition, the postholder will receive a payment in respect of their pro rata entitlement to Annual Leave appropriate to their grade and Bank Holidays.

Information about the school

Aylesham Primary School is a two-form entry primary school in the heart of the Kent countryside, six miles south of Canterbury, serving Aylesham and the surrounding villages.

Our school is a fun, creative and positive place that provides a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment that offers opportunities for all the children "to dig deep and expand their minds".

Our mission is…‘To create a learning community that is prepared for an ever-changing future; that believes in the unlimited potential to improve themselves and others in the world around them.’ It is our intention that all children leave our school with a well-rounded education to prepare them for life, underpinned with a strong sense of morality and aspirational goals, to create new futures. In order to achieve this, our school values underpin classroom practice and are a part of our school culture and climate for learning.

Our talented and hardworking staff and Leadership Team provide an outstanding quality of care and encourage an environment where children feel confident to try out new skills both inside and outside of the classroom.

In February 2025 the school academised and joined the EKC Schools Trust. As a family of schools, colleges and business units, EKC Schools Trust and its sister organisation, the East Kent Colleges Group, are committed to raising the aspirations of all within the communities they serve. Enabling all ages to access the highest quality educational provision, helping them to grow and flourish, and achieve their ambitions.

If you would like any further information please do not hesitate to contact our friendly school office on 01304 840392 or visit the school website www.aylesham.kent.sch.uk

Job Contact Information

• Name:Karen Blake
• Address:Attlee Avenue, Aylesham, Kent, CT3 3BS
• Telephone: 01304 840392
• Email: recruitment@aylesham.kent.sch.uk

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