Job description How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?
Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance.
We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there's never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!
Job title: Humanities Teacher Location: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum dependent on experience (not pro-rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent; Term Time only UK applicants only.
This role does not offer sponsorship.
We now have a fantastic opportunity for a Humanities Teacher to join our new Acorn Education School - Red Kite School in Princes Risborough.
Purpose of the Job As a dynamic and motivated qualified Teacher, you already have a passion for making a difference in the lives of pupils and young people.
In this role, you will have every opportunity to live up to this ambition, responding to the needs of each individual as you help them flourish and thrive.
You will plan and deliver engaging learning on a daily basis, developing exciting and innovative methods that stimulate interest and excitement in the classroom.
Working as a Teacher with us is not your average teaching role.
Our class sizes are small, so you are able to create a nurturing learning environment designed around each individual's needs, spending quality time with each pupil.
You will observe, monitor and assess them, making sure their personal development and wellbeing are as important as the academic curriculum.
Participate in Safeguarding and Team Teach training and always be vigilant of the pupils' well-being and welfare in any interactions with pupils Responsibility for teaching three disciplines History/Geography/RE Inspire, motivate and challenge pupils in the delivery of the curriculum across the year groups Take responsibility and be accountable for the academic outcomes of pupils taught Contribute to the pastoral care of pupils and support their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development To view the job description, please click here About us Red Kite is a brand-new independent special educational needs school which will cater for up to 60 pupils with social and emotional health needs.
The school is based in the beautiful market town Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire.
This is an exciting opportunity for anybody who wants to be a part of the successful development of a brand new setting and make a difference to education of our pupils.
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?
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.
And that's not all, 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.
*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.
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