Forest School Leader - Term Time - Special Needs Position

The Sallygate School, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-6137-113S
• Posted:25/07/2025
• Pay:£29,000 - £35,000
• Start Date:TBC
• App Close Date:22/08/2025 at 17:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

Forest School Leader

£29,000 – £35,000 per annum

Full time, term time only

The Sallygate School is an Independent Special School catering to the unique needs of pupils with SEMH. Located in the heart of the Alkham Valley, near Dover, the Sallygate School is part of Channels & Choices Therapeutic Community which comprises several therapeutic residential children’s homes, an independent therapeutic fostering agency and a multi-disciplinary therapy service, including SaLT & OT service.

Additional Perks, Rewards and Benefits

• Private Optical, Dental and Audiological cover
• Private Medical care
• Long service awards for 5-, 10- and 15-years’ service
• Regular team building days, parties, meals and more!
• Complimentary health and wellbeing support with our employee assistance programme
• Full Induction training Package

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Level 3 qualified Forest School Leader to support the further development and leadership of our established Forest School provision, working with pupils aged 7–16 with a range of SEMH and associated needs.

You will play a key role in planning and delivering structured, therapeutic outdoor learning experiences that support pupils' emotional regulation, social interaction, personal development, and academic progress.

Working collaboratively with our existing Forest School team, teaching staff and therapy colleagues, you will help ensure that outdoor learning is embedded across the curriculum and aligned with the school’s values of Kindness, Respect, Tolerance and Resilience.

Information about the school

The Sallygate School is an Independent Special School catering to the unique needs of pupils with SEMH which opened in 2011. Located in the heart of the Alkham Valley, near Dover, the Sallygate School is part of Channels & Choices Therapeutic Community which comprises of several therapeutic residential children’s homes, an independent therapeutic fostering agency and a multi-disciplinary therapy service, including SaLT & OT service.

At Sallygate School, we believe in providing a comprehensive and sequenced curriculum pathway that caters to the diverse needs of all our learners. We understand that each student has unique abilities, learning styles, and developmental requirements. Our sequenced curriculum ensures a structured and supportive learning journey for every individual, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

In the Sallygate School’s most recent OFSTED Inspection in 2025.

We reserve the right to carry out social media checks on all new applicants.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tiffany Higgins
• Address:Channels And Choices , Kearsney Manor, Alkham Road, River, Kent, CT16 3EQ
• Telephone: 01304 361888
• Email: tiffany.higgins@channelsandchoices.co.uk

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• Forest School Leader - Job Advert