Design & Technology Instructor/Teacher

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

Are you passionate about inspiring young people through creativity and practical learning? We're looking for an enthusiastic Design & Technology Instructor/Teacher to deliver engaging, hands-on lessons across multiple key stages. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you'll help raise standards, support pupil progress and contribute to an ambitious, inclusive curriculum. You'll need a strong understanding of workshop health and safety, alongside a passion for supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs. Most importantly, you'll help young people build confidence, develop practical skills and discover their potential.,

• 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 and related disciplines.
• 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
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare
• UK QTS (desirable)
• A Full UK Driving Licence
  Manor House School is an independent co-educational school for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We provide a small, supportive environment where personalised learning helps pupils rebuild confidence and engage with education. Our dedicated staff foster positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, and a calm, nurturing atmosphere. Through tailored support and a broad curriculum, we empower pupils to achieve success and prepare for life beyond school.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• + Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• + Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• + Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• + Critical illness cover
• + Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support