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Farm Assistant – Education Lead at Coombe House School, Shaftsbury
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Closing date for applications: Sunday 19 July 2026
Interviews to be held on Monday 27 July 2026
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Are you passionate about animal care, outdoor learning and helping young people thrive?
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Farm Assistant – Education Lead to join our growing therapeutic farm team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in developing and delivering high-quality educational and therapeutic provision within our unique farm environment, supporting pupils to build confidence, resilience, independence and practical life skills through meaningful engagement with animals, horticulture and the natural world.
As the lead practitioner for education on the farm, you will work closely with the Farm Manager and wider school team to shape and develop innovative learning opportunities that support pupils' personal, social, emotional and vocational development. You will also provide day-to-day leadership and support to the Farm Assistant (Education) team, ensuring a consistently high standard of provision across the farm.
About The Role
This varied and rewarding role combines educational leadership, practical farming and therapeutic learning. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the planning, delivery, evaluation and continuous development of farm-based educational and therapeutic programmes.
- Providing day-to-day supervision, mentoring and support to Farm Assistant (Education) staff.
- Developing engaging learning resources, schemes of work and practical activities that maximise the farm as a learning environment.
- Delivering meaningful educational experiences that promote pupil wellbeing, confidence, resilience, independence and vocational skills.
- Supporting the delivery and assessment of accredited Land-Based Studies programmes.
- Monitoring, recording and reporting on pupil engagement, progress and outcomes.
- Coordinating referrals into farm-based provision and helping to ensure programmes meet individual pupil needs.
- Maintaining high standards of animal care, welfare and husbandry.
- Contributing to horticultural projects, site development and the ongoing enhancement of the farm environment.
- Supporting community engagement through events, workshops, volunteer programmes and open days.
- Ensuring all activities are delivered safely and in line with safeguarding, health and safety and biosecurity requirements.
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During term time, you will lead practical learning sessions for pupils, helping them develop personal, social, emotional and vocational skills through meaningful farm experiences.
About You
We are looking for a passionate and capable individual with experience in animal husbandry and horticulture, alongside experience working with children and young people, ideally within educational, outdoor learning or therapeutic environments. You will have a strong understanding of how practical, farm-based experiences can support learning, wellbeing and personal development, particularly for young people with SEND.
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You will be confident planning and delivering engaging educational activities, building positive relationships with pupils, and adapting your approach to meet a range of learning, emotional and behavioural needs. Strong practical skills in animal care, land management and site maintenance are essential, together with excellent organisational, communication and record-keeping skills. You will also have the ability to support, motivate and develop others, demonstrating positive leadership and coaching skills.
Ideally, you will hold a TA, LSA, Forest School, Outdoor Learning or equivalent qualification and have experience supporting children and young people with SEND. Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, outdoor learning approaches and accredited vocational learning would be advantageous. Previous experience supervising, mentoring or supporting staff, volunteers or groups would be highly desirable.
Salary range for 37 hours per week is £25,989 - £28,142 per annum dependent upon experience, plus an Additional Responsibility Allowance (ARA) of £2,250 per annum. This is a full time, all year-round permanent position. Monday to Thursday: 8.30am – 4.30pm Friday: 8.30am – 4.00pm, with occasional weekend cover and bank holidays on a rota.
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