Outcomes First Group
How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join . Job Title: Food Technology Tutor Location: Fieldstone School, Devon, TQ12 1NH Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum, depending on experience ( not pro rata ) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm Contract: Permanent Full Time Start: January 2026 UK applicants only - this role does not offer sponsorship Do you believe food can be a powerful tool for learning, confidence-building, and connection? At Fieldstone School, we do too. We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and inspiring Food Technology Tutor to join our dedicated team. This is more than a teaching role - it's an opportunity to help young people rediscover trust, develop life skills, and experience success through creativity, structure, and meaningful relationships. Our pupils may have experienced trauma or complex backgrounds, but with the right support, consistency, and care, they can thrive - and your role will be central to that journey. About the role As a Food Technology Tutor, you will design and deliver high-quality, engaging, and practical learning experiences across Key Stages 3 and 4. You'll bring Food Technology to life in a way that builds independence, resilience, and pride, while ensuring lessons are accessible, differentiated, and safe for learners with a wide range of additional needs. You'll play an important role in creating a calm, purposeful, and nurturing learning environment, supporting not just academic progress but emotional wellbeing too. Flexibility is key, as you'll also provide cover when required and support learning across the wider curriculum. Key Responsibilities Planning and delivering innovative, high-quality Food Technology lessons Leading the effective delivery of Food Technology across KS3 and KS4 Differentiating learning to meet the needs of pupils with diverse and complex needs Creating a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and personal development Providing cover for absent teachers or tutors when required Contributing positively to the wider life and culture of the school What we're looking for You'll be someone who is calm, resilient, and passionate about helping young people succeed. Ideally, you will bring: Experience working with young people, ideally within an SEN setting A background in Food Technology, catering, or a related discipline Experience supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour A willingness to use safety interventions, including physical restraint, following appropriate training A belief in relationship-led practice and educating the whole child At Fieldstone, you'll be part of a team that truly believes in second chances, celebrates progress in all its forms, and supports staff to grow alongside pupils. Your creativity, care, and commitment will make a real and lasting difference. About us Fieldstone School is an independent day school, supporting the most vulnerable young people in society aged 5-16; those children who do not find it easy to fit into existing educational provision. This can be for many reasons, including a range of behavioural, emotional and educational challenges, exacerbated by being on the autistic spectrum. Other difficulties such as sensory processing disorders, attachment disorders or those having faced trauma in their lives. It is our intention that every student will achieve their full potential in both academic and personal development. As a day school, we provide an alternative to residential education which supports our students to develop independence and social skills whilst living in their home environment. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. Why join Acorn Education? 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. 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, which 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 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 Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .
How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join . Job Title: Food Technology Tutor Location: Fieldstone School, Devon, TQ12 1NH Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum, depending on experience ( not pro rata ) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm Contract: Permanent Full Time Start: January 2026 UK applicants only - this role does not offer sponsorship Do you believe food can be a powerful tool for learning, confidence-building, and connection? At Fieldstone School, we do too. We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and inspiring Food Technology Tutor to join our dedicated team. This is more than a teaching role - it's an opportunity to help young people rediscover trust, develop life skills, and experience success through creativity, structure, and meaningful relationships. Our pupils may have experienced trauma or complex backgrounds, but with the right support, consistency, and care, they can thrive - and your role will be central to that journey. About the role As a Food Technology Tutor, you will design and deliver high-quality, engaging, and practical learning experiences across Key Stages 3 and 4. You'll bring Food Technology to life in a way that builds independence, resilience, and pride, while ensuring lessons are accessible, differentiated, and safe for learners with a wide range of additional needs. You'll play an important role in creating a calm, purposeful, and nurturing learning environment, supporting not just academic progress but emotional wellbeing too. Flexibility is key, as you'll also provide cover when required and support learning across the wider curriculum. Key Responsibilities Planning and delivering innovative, high-quality Food Technology lessons Leading the effective delivery of Food Technology across KS3 and KS4 Differentiating learning to meet the needs of pupils with diverse and complex needs Creating a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and personal development Providing cover for absent teachers or tutors when required Contributing positively to the wider life and culture of the school What we're looking for You'll be someone who is calm, resilient, and passionate about helping young people succeed. Ideally, you will bring: Experience working with young people, ideally within an SEN setting A background in Food Technology, catering, or a related discipline Experience supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour A willingness to use safety interventions, including physical restraint, following appropriate training A belief in relationship-led practice and educating the whole child At Fieldstone, you'll be part of a team that truly believes in second chances, celebrates progress in all its forms, and supports staff to grow alongside pupils. Your creativity, care, and commitment will make a real and lasting difference. About us Fieldstone School is an independent day school, supporting the most vulnerable young people in society aged 5-16; those children who do not find it easy to fit into existing educational provision. This can be for many reasons, including a range of behavioural, emotional and educational challenges, exacerbated by being on the autistic spectrum. Other difficulties such as sensory processing disorders, attachment disorders or those having faced trauma in their lives. It is our intention that every student will achieve their full potential in both academic and personal development. As a day school, we provide an alternative to residential education which supports our students to develop independence and social skills whilst living in their home environment. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. Why join Acorn Education? 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. 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, which 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 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 Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .
