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At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you
happy!
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 worklife 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: Building and Construction Instructor
Location: The Grange Therapeutic School, Knossington, Oakham
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: £27,000.00 - £30,000.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent: Term Time only
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a
Building and Construction Instructor to join our close-knit team at The Grange
Therapeutic School, part of Acorn Education.
Job Summary
This post involves working with small groups of pupils to get them accredited
outcomes linked to the motor vehicle and construction industries. You will
need to have (or demonstrate willingness to develop):
* Experience of working with pupils and young people
* An understanding of SEN
* The ability to quickly build relationships with challenging pupils
* The ability to work on your own initiative
* L3 qualification or above in motor vehicle or considerable experience
Duties
As Building and Construction Instructor you will be expected to:
* Plan and deliver the curriculum for pupils in Building and construction up to and including L2
* Teach individuals and groups in a workshop and classroom environment
* Support the Health and Safety of the workshop environment
* Encourage pupils in personal development, achievement and integration into The Grange Therapeutic School
* Support pupils at college and other provisions
* Support out of classroom activities as part of a broad and varied curriculum
* Ensure Child Protection and Safeguarding is of paramount importance
* Follow procedures for accident, illness, absconding and absence for pupils and to adhere to all school policies
* Contribute to any meetings that are called for the education and welfare of pupils
* Attend department, behaviour whole school staff meetings
* Conduct any reasonable duties as directed by the Head Teacher or their representatives
About the School
The Grange Therapeutic School is an independent special school for young
people aged 8 -18 years with social, emotional and mental health difficulties.
Our school is based in a Victorian country house near Oakham with stunning
views and fantastic facilities to develop not only the educational, but also
the social and emotional needs of our pupils. With access to woods and lakes
on site, the school has an ethos about delivering a personalised curriculum
tailored to, and driven by, the individuals. Behaviour is currently rated as
“Outstanding” by Ofsted.
We need hardworking, pupil centered staff who are resilient and willing to go
the extra mile. In return we offer significant investment in your professional
development, a supportive staff group and opportunities for progression.
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 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.
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*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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