Lead Teacher (Permanent)

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.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.Our school will adopt the 4DWW once we have a full team in place — and with the rollout already underway across the wider Group, now is the perfect time to join #teamOFG.PSHCE and SRE Lead TeacherHeath Farm College, Maidstone ME16 0ER00 per annum depending on experienceHours: 35 hours per week, Monday to FridayContract: Permanent, Term Time onlyAs part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Teacher for PSHCE and SRE to join our close-knit team at Heath Farm College, part of Acorn Education.The PSHCE/SRE Lead Teacher can be summarised as follows:To model the college values of ‘Love, Commitment and Opportunity’ consistently on a daily basisTo deliver highly effective teaching and learning to the post 16 students in your sessions ensuring that it is appropriate, relevant and meets statutory requirements consistent with the individual needs of each student and to facilitate the very best outcomes for allTo support and facilitate the implementation of the college’s policiesA general teaching commitment, including leading on PSHCE and SRETeaching any student at Heath Farm CollegeTo 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 policiesHeath Farm College is an independent specialist sixth form college that caters for young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. We offer a unique and stimulating environment where every student is able to make outstanding progress in their personal development and enjoy success in their education.Heath Farm College is situated in Maidstone and has capacity to support up to 58 students. The provision facilitates a professional post 16 provision for students with EHCPs who are not ready for a large FE college or large school/academy 6th Form provision.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.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.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.

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. ..... full job details .....