IT Teacher

Acorn Care and Education; Worcester; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Worcester is seeking an IT Teacher to join a committed team. In this role, you will lead the delivery of IT education across various qualification levels, support students with complex needs, and monitor academic progress. Qualified Teacher Status and recent teaching experience are essential. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young people, with a focus on safeguarding and student welfare.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Flexible Benefits Platform

Mental health support services

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching IT, including BTEC and GCSE qualifications, to pupils with varied learning needs.
• At least 2 years’ recent experience working effectively with pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, and delivery of the IT curriculum across the college.
• Teach IT at various qualification levels including Entry Level 1, BTEC, and GCSE.
• Monitor, assess, and record student progress rigorously.

Skills

Teaching IT

Communication skills

Adaptation of teaching methods

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in IT or related area

GCSE English at grade C/4 or above

Job description

We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance!

Job Title: IT Teacher
Location: Norton College, Worcester, WR5 2BA
Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: December 2025
UK Applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

About the Role

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an IT Teacher to join our close-knit team at Norton College in Worcester. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of IT across the college, teaching students working towards Entry Level 1, BTEC, and GCSE qualifications.

If you’re passionate about IT education and supporting young people with complex needs, we encourage you to apply and join our supportive and committed team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs, helping them develop valuable skills in IT and digital media that support their academic, social, and emotional growth.

Key responsibilities

• Analysing and reporting progress to the Senior Management Team, supporting the Acting Head of School with the smooth running of the college, and undertaking delegated duties.
• Lead the planning, development, and delivery of the IT curriculum across the college, ensuring it meets the needs of all learners.
• Teach IT at various qualification levels including Entry Level 1, BTEC, and GCSE, adapting teaching styles and materials to accommodate different learning needs and abilities.
• Prepare detailed Programmes of Work and Schemes of Study aligned with current educational standards and frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with the Examinations Officer to manage assessment schedules and ensure students are entered for appropriate qualifications and assessments in a timely manner.
• Monitor, assess, and record student progress rigorously, using this data to inform teaching and support strategies.
• Report on pupil progress and curriculum effectiveness to the Senior Management Team and contribute to whole‑school improvement plans.
• Support the Acting Head of School by undertaking delegated administrative and operational duties to contribute to the smooth running of the college.
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues to support pupils’ learning journeys and well‑being.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of developments in IT education, digital media, and pedagogy relevant to SEMH learners.

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a subject specialism in IT or related area.
• GCSE English at grade C / 4 or above.
• Proven experience teaching IT, including BTEC and GCSE qualifications, to pupils with varied learning needs.
• At least 2 years’ recent experience working effectively with pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate pupils.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods and materials to suit diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and the welfare of all pupils.
• Organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

About us

Norton College is a specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 in Worcester and Tewkesbury. Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages.

We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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 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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• 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
• A market‑leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.