Art / DT Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent SEN school as an Art and DT Teacher, where you will deliver innovative teaching and learning. With a focus on student success, you will create an inclusive environment that nurtures diverse needs. Enjoy a 4-day work week and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with contribution options

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing students with a life of choice and opportunity.
• A belief that every pupil can achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all students in your classes.
• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity, and progression in the subject.

Skills

Adaptability

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 and learning within the curriculum areas of Art and DT. The role involves striving to produce outstanding/good teaching and learning to ensure student success and carrying out professional duties as set out in current School policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all students in your classes, ensuring equality of opportunity;
• Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity, and progression in the subject for all students;
• Develop students' literacy, numeracy, and IT skills through the subject;
• Plan and prepare long-term and medium-term plans;
• Create a purposeful learning environment;
• 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 belief that every pupil can achieve their potential;
• Commitment to providing students with a life of choice and opportunity;
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

Heath Farm is an independent SEN school offering a stimulating environment where every pupil can make outstanding progress. Our approach encourages students to reach high standards across all aspects of their lives.

Our pupils have diverse needs, including social and emotional issues, learning difficulties, and mental health challenges, yet they achieve extraordinary outcomes and happiness at school.

Acorn Education, part of Outcomes First Group, is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education. We are committed to setting and delivering innovative approaches with measurable outcomes, and in 2024, we were recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.

Why Join Us?

Benefits include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with contribution options