We're proud to participate in a 4-Day Working Week Trial, allowing you to work one day less per week (or equivalent hours) while still earning your full-time salary.
This role is part of our NASS award-winning Engage programme, which supports pupils through tailored, alternative learning plans outside the main school setting. You will deliver Functional Skills (up to Level 2) in English and Maths, along with vocational and outdoor learning programmes—primarily on a 1:1 or small group basis. These sessions are off-site, so travel is required, and mileage allowance is provided.
We welcome applicants with diverse educational or vocational backgrounds who are passionate about alternative approaches to learning.
Responsibilities
* Design and deliver individualised learning programmes in partnership with the Engage Lead
* Support the Engage team and mentor instructors where necessary
* Complete all Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) tasks for qualifications
* Plan and deliver academic and vocational education tailored to pupil needs
* Support personal development, progress, and reintegration into school life
* Work collaboratively with families and multi-agency professionals
* Supervise and support pupils at external college or alternative provision
* Participate in off-site learning and curriculum enrichment activities
* Travel across counties as needed to deliver the programme
* Follow the Engage Home Visit Policy and prioritise pupil safeguarding
Minimum Requirements
* GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C or above in English and Maths
* Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (or equivalent)
* Qualified IQA
* Strong knowledge of vocational qualifications and frameworks
* Experience supporting young people with additional educational needs
* Proficiency with IT systems and databases
* Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
* Willingness and ability to travel for work—mileage allowance provided
* Confidence in delivering 1:1 or small group sessions across varied settings
At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance and prioritise wellbeing. The Grange Therapeutic School is an independent school for students aged 8-18 years with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. Located in a Victorian country house near Oakham, the school offers a personalised curriculum tailored to individual needs, with access to woods and lakes on site. Our behaviour is rated as 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.
We seek hardworking, pupil-centred staff who are resilient and willing to go the extra mile. We offer significant investment in professional development, a supportive staff group, and opportunities for progression.
As part of Acorn Education, we are the UK's leading provider of specialist education, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.
Additional Benefits
* Work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay—more time for personal pursuits. Note: 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.
* Exceptional reward package including Life Assurance, Pension scheme, mental health support services, and physical health checks.
* Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, offering health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Purchase, Critical Illness Cover, and Family Growth Support.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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