English Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Ticehurst; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Ticehurst is seeking an English Teacher for its new SEMH school. You will deliver a differentiated curriculum and support student development, while fostering a collaborative environment. Interested candidates should possess QTS and a commitment to personalized learning. This role provides a unique opportunity to shape a brand-new school culture.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Genuine interest in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) education.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, engaging learning.
• Ready to contribute to a new school culture.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a broad and differentiated English curriculum.
• Provide strategic leadership for the English subject.
• Create a supportive learning environment.
• Monitor students' academic progress and personal growth.
• Contribute to the wider curriculum team.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Interest in SEN and SEMH education

Strong communication skills

Collaborative skills

Job description

Overview

As an English Teacher at Bricklehurst Manor, you will have the chance to shape and enhance the English curriculum, ensuring that every student receives the most relevant skills and knowledge to succeed. You will be a key part of a supportive and ambitious Senior Leadership Team, working collaboratively to drive high-quality teaching, maximise achievement, and nurture the personal development of all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a broad, balanced, and differentiated English curriculum that meets the unique needs of all pupils.
• Provide strategic leadership for the English subject, ensuring continuous development and improvement.
• Create a stimulating and supportive learning environment that challenges students and fosters a love of learning.
• Support and mentor colleagues, sharing best practice to enhance teaching quality across the school.
• Monitor and track students' academic progress and personal growth, ensuring every pupil reaches their potential.
• Actively contribute to the wider curriculum team, promoting collaboration, innovation, and excellence in all aspects of school life.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A genuine interest in SEN and SEMH education
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, engaging, and personalised learning
• Strong communication and collaborative skills, ready to contribute to a brand-new school culture

About the School

Bricklehurst Manor School is a brand-new, co-educational SEMH school located in Wadhurst, East Sussex, for pupils aged 11-16. The school will cater for up to 60 pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated additional needs. This is a unique opportunity to join the school at its inception, helping to shape the culture, ethos, and learning environment. With small class sizes and a strong focus on personalised support, Bricklehurst Manor School provides a nurturing, inclusive setting where every pupil can build confidence, resilience, and achieve their full potential. Acorn Education is the UK's 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? We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll 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 and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

Benefits

• 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
• Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, including:
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - enhanced maternity and paternity leave, plus paid fertility treatment support