Diversity Statement
Out There Kindergarten is committed to promoting Equality and Diversity. We encourage applications from all ethnic backgrounds and all gender identities. Equal opportunity and Respect for every individual are of primary importance to our organisation, our employees, and the children and families we work with.
Commitment to Safeguarding
Out There Kindergarten is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection process regarding references is rigorous and complies with national and local guidance.
Why work outdoors and in nature?
There’s no better time to work outdoors. And there’s no better time for children to have frequent opportunities to access green spaces and play outside in nature. Spending time in nature has significant benefits for everyone’s health and well-being.
“You should sit in nature for at least 20 minutes a day ….. unless you’re busy. Then you should sit for an hour. ”
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Why work with Out There?
We are an adventurous and progressive outdoor Kindergarten with a strong focus on child-led free play in a woodland setting. Our vision and ethos promote social and emotional well-being, social skills, interactive and hands-on learning, and a connection to the natural world.
We seek to employ resilient, high-energy individuals who are committed to delivering outstanding early years education in an outdoor setting.
We offer the opportunity to work outside for most of the day alongside friendly, like-minded team members.
We are a real living wage employer, and in recognition and appreciation of the work people do, we offer various incentives.
a competitive salary
career progression, professional development opportunities and in-house training
regular supervisions and team meetings for giving thanks and feedback
a job that will keep you fit and healthy
social events throughout the year
Staff wellbeing priorities
a day off on your birthday (or a day in lieu if your birthday falls in the school holidays or on the weekend), money towards outdoor work clothes
a super cool hoodie from Stanley/Stella
Company sick pay after completion of the probation period
time off during term time for the essential things in life, such as festivals, weddings, and short breaks out of school holidays
1 x Early Years Educator to be a Key Person and Forest School Assistant
Location: Downend, Bristol, BS16 2RW
Days: * Ideally 4 days a week, Monday - Thursday (we’ve been pioneering the 4-day working week since we opened)
*3 days could be an option for the right person.
Hours: Applicants must be committed to working on a rota and be able to work at least one early start (7:30 am) and one later finish (5:45 pm). Approximately 4 days is equivalent to 34.5 hours a week.
Weeks: We are open 38 weeks a year, term time only. Holiday work is available (see below)
Start: Friday, 29th August, to be ready for Term 1, which starts on Monday, 1st August.
Hourly Rate: Between *£13:00 and £13.75 per hour, depending on qualification and experience
*Please note holiday pay is paid in addition to this, as we are term-time only, taking the hourly rate to between £14.57 and £15.41
Contract: Permanent
Visits: We encourage prospective students to visit before applying. To arrange a site visit, please email jenny@outtherekindergartens.co.uk
Closing date: Friday 4th July
Interviews: week beginning Monday 14th July
Job Details: This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to the overall success and continuous improvement of Out There Kindergarten. We are seeking individuals who are on a journey, fully embracing the outdoors (and dressing appropriately), who are flexible and adaptable, kind and nurturing, and possess a good understanding of how children develop in their early years.
You will already have experience working in a nursery setting, ideally somewhere similar to ours. You may be an early years Level 3 educator, an early years teacher, or an early years trainee teacher (or a primary or secondary teacher looking to work in early years).
You will be a key person with your own group of key children. You will be an excellent role model to the children and help ensure high standards of early years care, teaching and learning.
A Forest School experience is ideal, but we will also consider candidates who demonstrate a commitment to our vision and values, including social and emotional wellbeing, Developing Social Skills, Child-initiated learning, Nature Connection, promoting environmental sustainability, interactive and hands-on learning, and building an Inclusive and Diverse Community.
Please note we are a pack-up/pack-down provision. The job is both physically and mentally demanding, and all team members work on a rota regarding setting up and packing down resources, preparing snacks and afternoon tea and ensuring the place is clean and tidy, ready for the next day.
For full details, see the job ROS spec linked below.
Please note: Holiday work is available in October, Easter, May, and three weeks in the Summer, with the option to work all six weeks. Everyone who works at the Kindie is required to work at least one whole week (4 days) of a holiday club. Please note this is paid at a different rate from the pay to the Kindergarten and paid according to the real living wage at the time (currently £12.60 per hour).
Early Years Support Position with SEND focus
Location: Downend, Bristol, BS16 2RW
Days: 3 - 4 days a week, Monday - Thursday (we’ve been pioneering the 4-day working week since we opened)
Hours: Applicants must be committed to working on a rota and be able to do at least one early start (8:00) and one late finish (17:00).
Weeks: We are open 38 weeks a year, term time only. Holiday work is available (see below)
Start: 1st September, 2025
Hourly Rate: Between *£12.36 and £12.60 per hour depending on qualification and experience
Please note that holiday pay is paid in addition to this, as we are a term-time only school, with an hourly rate between £13
Contract: 1
Contract: 1 year, Fixed Term
Visits: We encourage visits before applying (to arrange a visit, please email jenny@outtherekindergatens.co.uk )
Closing date: Friday 4th July
Interviews: Week beginning 14th July.
Job Details: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Early Years SEND Support Assistant to join our inclusive ‘Forest School Inspired’ early years setting, working with children aged 2-4 years. This role will focus on helping us deliver our SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) policy and provision, ensuring every child receives the support they need to be included and thrive on their early learning journey. You will enhance our ratios so that we can successfully meet the needs of individual and small groups of children, especially during transition times and when going off-site to the woods. You will work closely with the early years practitioners and the settings SENCO to ensure effective strategies and interventions are put in place. For full details, please read the job role description.
Please note that we are a pack-up/pack-down provision. The job is both physically and mentally demanding, and all team members work on a rota regarding setting up and packing down resources, preparing snacks and afternoon tea and ensuring the place is clean and tidy, ready for the next day.
Please note: Holiday work is available in October, Easter, May, and three weeks in the Summer, with the option to work all six weeks. Everyone who works at the Kindie is required to work at least one whole week (4 days) of a holiday club. Please note this is paid at a different rate of the pay to the Kindergarten and paid according to the real living wage at the time (currently £12.60 per hour).
Student Placements
If you are a student looking for a placement, we'd love to hear from you. Come, play, explore and learn as part of an excellent team for a minimum of 4 weeks.
We are seeking students who wish to expand their knowledge in outdoor and alternative education.
You will need an up-to-date DBS check; alternatively, we can arrange for one to be conducted on your behalf at an additional cost.
To apply for a student placement, please complete the online form.