Food Technology Teacher
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 25 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Up to £43,000.00 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 12 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Horsham |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 296184FAJ |
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How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?
At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
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.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job Title: Food Technology Teacher
Location: Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX
Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start Date: February 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
We are seeking a passionate and creative Food Technology Teacher to join our school and inspire students across all key stages. You will deliver high-quality, engaging lessons tailored to the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), promoting practical skills, independence, and confidence in the kitchen.
About the Role
In this role, you will contribute to the wider school community, supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing, and ensuring a calm and safe learning environment that reflects our commitment to educating the whole child. You will also work closely with colleagues and the Senior Leadership Team to monitor progress, implement interventions, and help drive continuous improvement across the school.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, deliver, and adapt Food Technology lessons for a range of additional needs across all key stages.
Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
Track and monitor pupil progress, using assessment data to inform teaching and set targets.
Support literacy and numeracy interventions within lessons as needed.
Contribute to school development initiatives and report on teaching and learning to SLT.
Cover classes as needed and provide additional support to colleagues.
Experience & Qualifications
UK QTS Desirable
Experience in or willingness to teach Food Technology.
Understanding of pupils with SEN and strategies to support diverse learning needs.
Good literacy and numeracy skills.
Full driving licence and willingness to undertake professional training.
Knowledge of safeguarding principles.
About us
Manor House School is a DfE registered independent school which caters for boys and girls with social, emotional and mental health needs between the ages of 7-18 years old.
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?
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.
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.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*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. 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. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
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.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job Title: Food Technology Teacher
Location: Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX
Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start Date: February 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
We are seeking a passionate and creative Food Technology Teacher to join our school and inspire students across all key stages. You will deliver high-quality, engaging lessons tailored to the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), promoting practical skills, independence, and confidence in the kitchen.
About the Role
In this role, you will contribute to the wider school community, supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing, and ensuring a calm and safe learning environment that reflects our commitment to educating the whole child. You will also work closely with colleagues and the Senior Leadership Team to monitor progress, implement interventions, and help drive continuous improvement across the school.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, deliver, and adapt Food Technology lessons for a range of additional needs across all key stages.
Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
Track and monitor pupil progress, using assessment data to inform teaching and set targets.
Support literacy and numeracy interventions within lessons as needed.
Contribute to school development initiatives and report on teaching and learning to SLT.
Cover classes as needed and provide additional support to colleagues.
Experience & Qualifications
UK QTS Desirable
Experience in or willingness to teach Food Technology.
Understanding of pupils with SEN and strategies to support diverse learning needs.
Good literacy and numeracy skills.
Full driving licence and willingness to undertake professional training.
Knowledge of safeguarding principles.
About us
Manor House School is a DfE registered independent school which caters for boys and girls with social, emotional and mental health needs between the ages of 7-18 years old.
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?
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.
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.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*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. 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. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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