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 were putting wellbeing first.
Thats why were 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 its already in place or just around the corner, nows the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job Title: PE Lead
Location: Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX
Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Fixed Term | Term Time Only
Start: January 2026
Eligibility: UK applicants only this role does not offer visa sponsorship
Looking for a role where no two days are the same? Where your work has purpose, and your impact is felt every single day?
Were seeking a passionate Physical Education Lead ready to leave behind bureaucracy and reconnect with the heart of teaching. At Manor House School, every day is an opportunity to change a life, and every lesson is a chance to build brighter futures.
About the Role
As PE Lead, youll be responsible for ensuring that Physical Education is delivered to the highest standards across the school. You will have the opportunity to shape and inspire the curriculum, creating lessons that are engaging, inclusive, and tailored to each pupils needs.
Youll lead a department of committed staff, supporting and developing colleagues while promoting a culture of innovation, creativity, and excellence in teaching. Your role will also involve monitoring student progress, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing interventions to ensure all pupils can succeed.
Collaboration is key: youll work closely with other OFG schools to share best practices, develop the PE curriculum, and ensure consistency across pathways. Youll also engage with wider school leadership through middle leader training, quality assurance, and strategic planning, contributing to the overall success of the school.
Beyond the classroom, youll have opportunities to lead enrichment activities, competitions, and outdoor learning experiences, helping pupils build confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of physical activity.
This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a real difference, lead with creativity and compassion, and have a direct impact on pupils lives every single day.
Responsibilities & Purpose
* Lead and develop high-quality PE teaching across the school.
* Design, review, and implement the PE curriculum with clear progression for all pathways.
* Monitor pupil progress, delivering interventions and supporting achievement.
* Support and develop staff, promoting professional growth and high standards.
* Collaborate with other OFG schools and school leadership to share best practice and maintain quality assurance.
* Organise and oversee enrichment, competitions, and outdoor learning opportunities.
Essential Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Experience delivering high-quality PE lessons and leading curriculum development
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* Passion for personalised, purposeful education and pupil development
About us
Manor House School is an independent, DfE-registered school supporting boys and girls aged 718 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
We provide a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to the individual needs of each pupil, enabling them to achieve success in ways that are meaningful to them. Our co-educational setting offers a supportive and structured environment, helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally.
As a small school with a capacity of 71, we pride ourselves on creating a close-knit community where every pupil receives personalised attention and support.
Acorn Education is the UKs 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.
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.
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 youll 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 youll 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 thats right for you, including:
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* 100s 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.
*Youll 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.
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