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 were always looking for new ways to improve everyones work/life balance. Were 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, well be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group so theres never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!
Job Title: Art / DT Teacher
Location: Heath Farm School, Ashford TN27 0AX
Salary: Up to £45,000.00 depending on experience (not pro rata)
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an Art and DT Teacherto join our close-knit team at Heath Farm School,part of Acorn Education.
About the Role
The Art / DT Teacher will deliver inclusive, responsive and innovative teaching and learning within the curriculum areas of Art and DT. Constantly strive to produce outstanding/good teaching and learning at all times to ensure that all learners succeed and carry out the professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current School policies.
Key Responsibilities
Be responsible for the learning and the achievement of all students in your classes ensuring equality of opportunity for all;
Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all students
Ensure effective development of students literacy, numeracy and IT skills through the subject
Planning and preparing long term and medium term plans;
Create a purposeful learning environment;
Teaching, according to individual educational needs, the students assigned to him/her, including the setting and marking of work to be carried out by the students in school and elsewhere;
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes/qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
A deeply held conviction that every pupil can achieve and reach their potential;
The belief that all students deserve a life of choice and opportunity;
Ability to be adaptable in a fast-paced extremely environment;
About Us
Heath Farm is an independent SEN school that offers a unique and stimulating environment where every pupil can make outstanding progress in their personal development and enjoy success in their education. From our nurturing approach for primary pupils through to the relaxed working environment of the specialist College Provision, all students are encouraged to reach high standards in every aspect of their lives.
Our pupils present with a wide range of needs, including social and emotional issues, learning difficulties, mental health problems and associated conditions. However, they are able to enjoy extraordinary outcomes and be happy at school.
Acorn Education is the UKs 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.
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?
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.
And thats not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils 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. 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.
*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
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