_At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes youhappy!*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, sowe’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s worklife balance.We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you couldbe working one day less a week (or equivalent).4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complementof staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more excitingtime to join us #teamOFG!Job Title: English Teacher - Key Stage 4**Location: Heath Farm College, Maidstone, ME16 0ERSalary: Up to £45,000.00 per annum depending on experienceHours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to FridayContract: Permanent, Term Time onlyUK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for anEnglish Teacher to join our close-knit team at Heath Farm College located inMaidstone.About the roleTo model the college values of ‘Love, Commitment and Opportunity’ consistentlyon a daily basisTo lead the English curriculum for Year 10 and Year 11To deliver highly effective teaching and learning to the KS4 students in yoursessions ensuring that it is appropriate, relevant and meets statutoryrequirements consistent with the individual needs of each student and tofacilitate the very best outcomes for all and to ensure all staff deliveringany aspects of the English curriculum are effectively trained and monitored;To be the Year 10 or Year 11 Tutor;To support and facilitate the implementation of the college’s policies and toshare in the corporate responsibility for the education, welfare and conductof all students and to model the college protocols and procedures on a dailybasis and ensure registration procedures are followed accurately.Principal Duties Leading on English teaching for Year 10 and Year 11 Teaching any student at Heath Farm College in KS4 To plan and deliver schemes of work for the students in your sessions that is in keeping with the statutory requirements relating to individual students and college policies Responsibility for the assessment, recording and reporting of all students in your sessions To ensure that each student in your teaching or tutorial group has a Student Learner Profile which is relevant, appropriate, up to date and consistent with any statutory requirements To maintain appropriate and relevant records to ensure that students’ achievements and progress are documented and available for progression planning To maintain portfolios of work for each student in accordance with college policies and exam board requirements To model lifelong learningQualifications required QTSAbout usWe are an independent specialist sixth form college that caters for youngpeople with social, emotional and mental health needs. We offer a unique andstimulating environment where every student is able to make outstandingprogress in their personal development and enjoy success in their education.Heath Farm College is situated in Maidstone and has capacity to support up to58 students. The provision facilitates a professional post 16 provision forstudents with EHCPs who are not ready for a large FE college or largeschoolacademy 6th Form provision.Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialisteducation and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. As partof Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and deliveringnew approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officiallycertified 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 exceptionalreward 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 checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible BenefitsPlatform, 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 youngadults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake everyday in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact onthe lives of others.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and youngpeople. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successfulapplicants to a fully enhanced DBS.*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving youmore time to do the things that make you happy.#1_
