Design & Technology Instructor for SEND & SEMH

Outcomes First Group; Horsham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to improve

Your Wellbeing Matters - mental health

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Discounts (UK & international)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support (maternity/pat)

Job summary

Outcomes First Group's Manor House School in the UK is seeking a Design & Technology Instructor/Teacher to deliver engaging hands-on lessons across Key Stages 1-4, promoting confidence and practical skills. You will align with safeguarding standards and support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.

You will collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to raise standards, contribute to an inclusive curriculum, and mentor pupils through form tutor roles and life skills initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of workshop health and safety
• Support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare
• UK QTS (desirable)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Ability to work collaboratively with Senior Leadership Team

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Design & Technology teaching across Key Stages 1-4.
• Plan and teach engaging practical and theory-based lessons in areas such as product design, resistant materials, carpentry, graphics, engineering principles.
• Use resources effectively to support high standards of learning and achievement.
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective curriculum delivery.
• Undertake additional curriculum responsibilities as agreed with the Assistant Headteacher and Curriculum Lead.
• Act as a form tutor and positive role model, supporting students' academic, social, and personal development.
• Support whole-school literacy, numeracy and life skills initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality SEND provision.
• Work closely with parents, external agencies, and young people with SEND, including those with SEMH needs, to promote effective inclusion.
• A commitment to providing pupils with opportunities, choice, and positive pathways
• Adaptability, resilience, and a passion for practical, hands-on teaching

Job description

Outcomes First Group's Manor House School in the UK is seeking a Design & Technology Instructor/Teacher to deliver engaging hands-on lessons across Key Stages 1-4, promoting confidence and practical skills. You will align with safeguarding standards and support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.

You will collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to raise standards, contribute to an inclusive curriculum, and mentor pupils through form tutor roles and life skills initiatives.