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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four ? Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join ! You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit Become a Vocational Studies Technician at our brand-new school Red Kite School part of Acorn Education and start working towards yours. Red Kite School, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW £24,500 per annum This salary is NOT subject to pro-rata and is the full amount before tax) 40 Hours per Week hours per week; Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm Permanent, Term Time Only Red Kite is a brand-new independent special educational needs school which will cater for up to 60 pupils with social and emotional health needs. The school is based in the beautiful market town Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire. This is an exciting opportunity for anybody who wants to be a part of the successful development of a brand new setting and make a difference to education of our pupils. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. The opportunity Under the direction/instruction of Secondary/ Vocational Leader: Provide general support to staff and students, to ensure the smooth operation of the faculty area, including the organising, preparation, cleaning and maintenance of materials and resources for the department and giving practical support in the classroom to teachers. To contribute to the smooth running of practical activities in vocational subjects and health and safety in those areas. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with the display of pupils work. Organisation and preparation of classroom and ICT resources in accordance with lesson plans and assist pupils in their use Ensure the maintenance, statutory checks, safety checks, cleaning and repair of workshop equipment, tools, including ICT. Maintain risk assessments, Maintain COSHH regulations. Retrieve, clear and clean materials and equipment used by teaching staff and pupils from work areas including in the Kitchen and Workshop and Science areas. Ensure that workshops and other classrooms are maintained in a well organised, clean and tidy condition, ensuring the safe storage and accessibility of equipment, tools and materials Ensure safe storage and / or disposal of equipment, materials and liquids, inflammables and waste materials in accordance with school procedures and legal requirements / regulations To assist with the preparation of materials and equipment for lessons including DT, Construction, Art and Catering. To assist with the ordering, checking and recording of stock To keep a service record of all working machines To assist the teaching staff and assembling teaching materials To undertake statutory training in the safe use of heavy woodwork machinery To use heavy woodworking machinery to accurately prepare materials Under the guidance of the teacher, support individual or groups of pupils during practical aspects of the curriculum To set up machinery and specialised equipment Provide clerical / administrative support Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person Contribute to the overall ethos / work / aims of the School Attend relevant meetings as required and participate it training and other learning activities and performance development as required Accompany teaching staff and pupils on trips and visits and out of school activities as required We would love to hear from candidates who have their GCSE C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths and who have some experience with SEN and working within a School. Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch. Why join Acorn Education? Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care And that's not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! Position: Science Teacher Location: Norton College, Worcester Salary: £39,519,90 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. We now have a fantastic opportunity for an Science Teacher to join our close-knit team at Norton College in Worcester. Key Task Areas and Responsibilities To plan, deliver and teach individual students or small groups, in accordance with the School's Curriculum framework and related policies To monitor, record and report on student progress To contribute to and help implement developments that relate to the School Development Plan To promote, in line with Company policies, the physical, educational and moral development of the students To contribute to the development and implementation of an environment and programme of learning for the individual student to ensure progression at an appropriate and satisfactory rat To take responsibility for coordinating the teaching, development, assessment, recording and reporting of subjects and areas of learning across key stages as agreed with the Headteacher To devise, implement and review individual education plans, individual behaviour plans and other relevant individual plans in conjunction with other staff To organise the classroom, its resources, student groupings and displays to provide a stimulating learning situation appropriate for students Adequately plan to ensure the safety of students, in line with risk assessments, while both on and off site To ensure Learning Support Assistants/Tutors/Instructors and care staff (where necessary) are well briefed and able to produce appropriate and effective resources/teaching aids Essential QTS Education Degree or relevant experience Experience working with SEN, SEMH students Understanding of trauma informed approaches About us Norton College is a specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 in Worcester and Tewkesbury. Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages. Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and care for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

P.E Teacher Needed Permanent Full Time - 37.5 hours per week - ASAP Start Salary: £32,225 - £43,446 DOE An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Teacher to join our team and support our secondary age students through their education, providing quality, exciting and engaging lessons, to bring the science curriculum to life for your students. About our school: Cressey College is a successful, independent SEMH school, for pupils aged 5 To 19. The College is spread out over a number of smaller units throughout Croydon, Wimbledon and surrounds. As part of our highly personalised and purposeful provision, pupils at Cressey participate in a wide range of academic, creative, sporting and vocational learning opportunities and activities, which supports them in developing a range of skills and maximising learning outcomes. Students can take part in a wide range of courses, from Music to Construction, as well as being given every opportunity to excel in their core subjects, such as Maths , English and Science. Our Teaching and support staff are full of endless enthusiasm, the team love what they do, and working together, they are driving the establishment towards an Outstanding KEY RESPONSIBILTIES 1. To undertake the teaching of SEN students with Education Health and Care Plans, across the range of SEN needs and ages, and particularly those learners with social, emotional and mental health difficulties and other related conditions. 2. To provide a quality of teaching and learning provision that can be judged to be at least 'good' and ensures all students make at least good progress. 3. Be accountable for the attainment and progress of all students who are taught by the post holder. 4. Produce student IEPs, monitor student social communication development, contribute to provision mapping and annual reviews for students. 5. Supervise and guide the work of any support staff who are assigned to work with post holder's classes/students. 6. To provide pastoral support and guidance for all students in the post holder's care, classes or tutor group. 7. To contribute to the overall development work of the teaching and learning area team. Teaching 1. To set clear learning objectives and plan for and teach across the whole age and ability range. 2. Use assessment data plan lessons and learning materials to motivate and support all students to make at least good progress. 3. To have high aspirations and set challenging targets for all students. 4. To set high expectations for students behaviour, learning, motivation and presentation of work by establishing a purposeful working atmosphere and providing challenging and inspirational learning experiences. 5. To work in collaboration with Teaching Assistants assigned to any teaching group/student within the group. 6. Take account of students' prior attainment, learning styles and needs and use them to set appropriately challenging targets and learning activities. 7. To promote and develop literacy and numeracy skills throughout teaching and learning activities so that literacy and numeracy do not present barriers to learning. 8. To provide intervention activities for those students who need support to boost attainment/progress or who require additional challenge. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. We have an expectation that all staff share this commitment. This post is subject to safer recruitment checks, including satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS

RSE Teacher Needed Permanent Full Time - 37.5 hours per week - ASAP Start Salary: £32,225 - £43,446 DOE An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Teacher to join our team and support our secondary age students through their education, providing quality, exciting and engaging lessons, to bring the science curriculum to life for your students. About our school: Cressey College is a successful, independent SEMH school, for pupils aged 5 To 19. The College is spread out over a number of smaller units throughout Croydon, Wimbledon and surrounds. As part of our highly personalised and purposeful provision, pupils at Cressey participate in a wide range of academic, creative, sporting and vocational learning opportunities and activities, which supports them in developing a range of skills and maximising learning outcomes. Students can take part in a wide range of courses, from Music to Construction, as well as being given every opportunity to excel in their core subjects, such as Maths , English and Science. Our Teaching and support staff are full of endless enthusiasm, the team love what they do, and working together, they are driving the establishment towards an Outstanding KEY RESPONSIBILTIES 1. To undertake the teaching of SEN students with Education Health and Care Plans, across the range of SEN needs and ages, and particularly those learners with social, emotional and mental health difficulties and other related conditions. 2. To provide a quality of teaching and learning provision that can be judged to be at least 'good' and ensures all students make at least good progress. 3. Be accountable for the attainment and progress of all students who are taught by the post holder. 4. Produce student IEPs, monitor student social communication development, contribute to provision mapping and annual reviews for students. 5. Supervise and guide the work of any support staff who are assigned to work with post holder's classes/students. 6. To provide pastoral support and guidance for all students in the post holder's care, classes or tutor group. 7. To contribute to the overall development work of the teaching and learning area team. Teaching 1. To set clear learning objectives and plan for and teach across the whole age and ability range. 2. Use assessment data plan lessons and learning materials to motivate and support all students to make at least good progress. 3. To have high aspirations and set challenging targets for all students. 4. To set high expectations for students behaviour, learning, motivation and presentation of work by establishing a purposeful working atmosphere and providing challenging and inspirational learning experiences. 5. To work in collaboration with Teaching Assistants assigned to any teaching group/student within the group. 6. Take account of students' prior attainment, learning styles and needs and use them to set appropriately challenging targets and learning activities. 7. To promote and develop literacy and numeracy skills throughout teaching and learning activities so that literacy and numeracy do not present barriers to learning. 8. To provide intervention activities for those students who need support to boost attainment/progress or who require additional challenge. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. We have an expectation that all staff share this commitment. This post is subject to safer recruitment checks, including satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS