Creative Teacher

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:             Creative Teacher

Location:      Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, East Sussex

Salary:         Up to £45,000 per annum dependent on experience

Hours:                Monday to Friday

Contract:           Permanent; Term Time only

About Us:

At Bricklehurst Manor School, we aim to ignite imaginations and inspire a love of learning. Join us in creating a vibrant and dynamic educational experience! 

Bricklehurst Manor School is a brand-new independent special educational needs school which will cater for up to 60 pupils with SEMH and associated needs. 

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.

Job Description:

Are you passionate about sparking creativity in young minds? We are looking for a Creative Teacher to bring innovative ideas to our classrooms. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver elements of Design & Technology, Art and/or Music.

The ideal candidate will be able to deliver elements of Design & Technology, Art and Music. You will design engaging lessons, utilise cutting-edge technology, and create an inclusive environment where every student can thrive.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant Teaching Qualification in Education 
• Previous experience working with young people with additional SEN needs is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the learning and development of students with diverse needs.
• Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to respond to changing priorities and support the individual needs of students.
• Experience of teaching Design & Technology, Art or Music
• A commitment to promoting inclusion, equality, and diversity within the school community.
• A willingness to participate in training and professional development opportunities related to SEN provision and best practices.
• Experience with creative teaching methods 
• Strong communication skills 

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 Education 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

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 really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

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.

*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.