Teacher

FIRSTGROUP PLC; Hollywater; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Class Teacher for Crookhey Hall, a specialist school for pupils aged 10-17. This role encourages a healthy work-life balance through a 4-Day Working Week system, allowing staff to work one day less while receiving full-time pay. Ideal candidates should have a strong educational background and experience supporting pupils with SEMH and/or ASD. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact in students' lives amid a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance and Pension scheme

Access to mental health support services

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience with SEMH and/or ASD pupils is required.
• Professional standards in teaching are essential.

Responsibilities

• Uphold professional teaching standards.
• Contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Teach in line with school policies.

Skills

QTS

Full UK Driving Licence

Engaging pupils with challenging behaviour

Strong belief in pupils' potential

Excellent classroom practice

Proactive approach

Collaboration and willingness to develop

Job description

Job Title: Class Teacher

Location: Crookhey Hall, Cockerham, LA2 0HA

Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:00pm

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: January 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full‑time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

At Crookhey Hall, no two days are the same - and that's exactly what makes this opportunity so special. You'll be part of a vibrant, dedicated team committed to helping pupils with varied and complex needs achieve their full potential. You can expect challenge and fulfilment in equal measure - and the chance to make a genuine impact every single day.

Working closely with the Deputy Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will:

• Uphold the professional standards of teaching
• Contribute positively to a supportive, committed staff team
• Teach in line with the school's ethos, organisation and policies
• Emb the values that make Crookhey Hall a truly exceptional place to learn and work

What We're Looking For

Essential Criteria

• QTS
• A full UK Driving Licence
• Strong belief in every pupil's potential
• Excellent classroom practice with high professional standards
• The ability to engage and support pupils with challenging behaviour
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH and/or ASD
• A proactive, resilient approach and commitment to safeguarding
• A positive, collaborative mindset and willingness to develop through training

Desirable Experience supporting young people from challenging backgrounds; Evidence of driving positive pupil outcomes.

About Crookhey Hall School & Acorn Education

Crookhey Hall School is a specialist Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) school for boys and girls aged 10 to 17. Set in a 15-acre countryside site near Lancaster, we offer a calm and structured environment where pupils can grow in confidence, build self-esteem, and achieve their goals. We provide a tailored education experience that nurtures not only academic and vocational skills but also personal development and emotional wellbeing. Our dedicated team helps every pupil unlock their potential and prepare for a brighter, more independent future.

We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.

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 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
• And 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.

• You\'ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst 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. #1