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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 #teamOFG.
Job Title: ICT Computer Science Teacher
Location: Meadowcroft School, Wakefield, WF1 4AD
Salary: Up to £42,500.00 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
Start Date: January 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship
As part of our continued growth, Meadowcroft School is seeking a passionate and creative ICT / Computer Science Teacher to join our close-knit team in Wakefield.
This is a fantastic opportunity to teach Computer Science in a way that truly matters—empowering pupils with varied and complex needs to build confidence, develop digital skills, and discover a genuine love of learning within a supportive, nurturing environment.
About the role
We are looking for an innovative and experienced Computer Science Teacher who can bring learning to life through a creative, pupil-centred approach. You will tailor lessons to meet individual needs while delivering the curriculum in ways that maximise achievement and personal development.
Working closely with the Assistant Headteacher (Quality of Education) and the wider leadership team, you will play a central role in shaping high-quality teaching and learning. You’ll help create an engaging, innovative curriculum while contributing to a calm, safe, and inclusive school culture where every child can thrive.
At Meadowcroft, you’ll spend less time on paperwork and more time doing what you do best—designing inspiring learning experiences that develop curiosity, problem-solving, and resilience. The role is challenging, meaningful, and deeply rewarding, within a school that places safeguarding, pupil voice, and respect at the heart of everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver engaging, inclusive ICT and Computer Science lessons tailored to a range of additional needs
* Plan and implement high-quality ICT, Literacy, and Numeracy provision
* Model and champion outstanding teaching and learning through classroom practice
* Deliver a stimulating, innovative curriculum that inspires creativity and academic success
* Implement a robust assessment cycle, including target setting, progress tracking, and monitoring
* Use pupil progress data to improve teaching, motivate learners, and inform parents and leaders
* Support pupils to achieve outcomes that demonstrate strong personal progress
* Support the review and implementation of teaching, learning, marking, and assessment policies
* Identify, manage, and prioritise high-quality teaching and learning resources and budgets
* Support literacy and numeracy interventions, including whole-school reading programmes
* Promote emotional wellbeing and maintain a calm, safe learning environment
* Support pupils’ personal, social, and academic development
* Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and respect
* Contribute to effective pupil induction, grouping, and pastoral care
* Work collaboratively with teachers, middle leaders, senior leaders, and pastoral teams
* Communicate effectively with parents, external agencies, and partner organisations
Who We’re Looking For
You will be someone who:
* Can confidently deliver coding as part of the curriculum (essential)
* Has experience delivering e-sports (desirable, but not essential)
* Holds UK QTS or an equivalent qualification
* Is a strong, creative classroom practitioner
* Is motivated to work with pupils with varied and complex needs
* Brings resilience, adaptability, and a positive attitude
About Us
Meadowcroft is an independent specialist day school for pupils aged from 5 to 19, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs across 4 sites in Wakefield. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils.
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, 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 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.
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