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Outdoor Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ 13.68 - 16.12 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Poole
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Join Our Team as an Outdoor Teaching Assistant in Poole
Job Title: Outdoor Teaching Assistant
Location: Poole
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Inspire Learning Beyond the Classroom Walls.
GSL Education are excited to recruit passionate and enthusiastic Outdoor Teaching Assistants to join a dynamic and inclusive educational setting in Poole. Whether you're ready to start now or planning ahead for September 2025, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact through outdoor and experiential learning.
About the Role
As an Outdoor Teaching Assistant (TA), you’ll support students in engaging with nature-based and hands-on learning experiences. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you’ll help deliver creative, practical lessons that foster curiosity, resilience, and personal growth. Your role will be key in helping students develop both academically and socially in an alternative, outdoor-focused environment.
About the school
The school is an education setting based for 16 – 25+ years old with Special Educational Needs. It is based on 350 acres of beautiful Dorset countryside. The school operate enterprise activities and vocational teaching methods to bridge the gap between education and employment for young people and adults with SEN in Dorset and the local area. The school focuses on vocations like horticulture, agriculture, equine skills and animal care as well as many more, to enrich the lives and education of its pupils.
Key Responsibilities of Outdoor Teaching Assistant (TA)
Support Outdoor Learning: Assist in planning and delivering outdoor lessons and activities.
One-on-One and Group Support: Provide tailored support to students, helping them engage with learning in natural environments.
Encourage Positive Behaviour: Promote teamwork, independence, and respect through outdoor challenges and exploration.
Create a Safe Environment: Ensure all activities are conducted safely and inclusively.
Track Progress: Observe and report on student development and wellbeing.
Collaborate with Staff and Agencies: Work closely with teachers and external professionals to support holistic student development.
Requirements for Outdoor Teaching Assistant (TA)
Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational or outdoor setting.
A patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic approach.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A passion for outdoor education and experiential learning.
Ideally need a valid driving license and be willing to drive.
Relevant training or qualifications in outdoor learning or education (desirable).
Why Join Us?
Flexible Start Dates: Begin immediately or in September 2025.
Supportive Team: Join a school that values creativity, collaboration, and your professional growth.
Make a Difference: Help students thrive through meaningful, nature-based learning experiences.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
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