Art and DT Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent SEN school as an Art and DT Teacher, delivering innovative teaching and fostering student success. Enjoy a 4-Day Working Week trial, enhancing work/life balance while making a positive impact on pupils' lives. This permanent role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Health benefits

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Qualifications

• Deliver inclusive and innovative teaching in Art and DT.
• Strive for outstanding teaching to ensure all learners succeed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the learning and achievement of all students.
• Ensure curriculum coverage and progression in Art and DT.
• Create a purposeful learning environment.

Skills

Adaptability

Teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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 we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're 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, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join!

Job Details

• Job Title: Art and DT Teacher
• Location: Heath Farm School, Ashford TN27 0AX
• Salary: Up to GBP45,000.00 depending on experience (not pro rata)
• Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
• Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

The Art and DT Teacher will deliver inclusive, responsive, and innovative teaching within the curriculum areas of Art and DT. The role involves striving to produce outstanding/good teaching and learning to ensure all learners succeed, following current school policies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all students in your classes, ensuring equality of opportunity;
2. Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity, and progression in Art and DT;
3. Develop students' literacy, numeracy, and IT skills through the subject;
4. Plan and prepare long-term and medium-term plans;
5. Create a purposeful learning environment;
6. Teach according to individual educational needs, including setting and marking work.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent;
• A deep conviction that every pupil can achieve and reach their potential;
• The belief that all students deserve a life of choice and opportunity;
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

Heath Farm is an independent SEN school providing a stimulating environment where every pupil can progress and succeed. Our approach supports pupils with various needs, including social, emotional, and learning difficulties, helping them achieve outstanding outcomes.

Part of Outcomes First Group, we are the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education, committed to setting and delivering innovative approaches with measurable outcomes.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.

Why Join Acorn Education?

Benefits include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• 'Your Wellbeing Matters' mental health and physical health support

Through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, you can choose benefits such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support

Impact: Your role will positively impact pupils' lives, fulfilling our commitment to safeguarding and promoting their welfare. All applicants will undergo social media checks and DBS clearance.

Note: We may close the vacancy early if we receive many suitable applications.

Work Schedule: You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, providing more personal time. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.