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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 were always looking for new ways to improve everyones work/life balance. Were 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 theres never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!Job Title: Art InstructorLocation: Crookhey Hall, Cockerham,LA2 0HASalary: 25,000 per annum (not pro rata)Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4pmContract:Permanent, Term Time onlyUK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Art Instructor tojoin ourfantastic team atCrookhey Hall in Cockerham.This is a great opportunity to develop creative learning opportunitiesfor pupils with varied and complex needs.Your work will bechallenging and rewarding in equal measure and you will be workingin a school where we maintain astrongsafeguarding culture,where pupils arelistened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.About the roleThe post holder will be expected to liaise with staff across the organisation to ensure a consistency of approach regarding standards, support, transition and quality of provision. The role will involve raising standards of pupil attainment and achievement within the faculty, monitor and support pupil progress in conjunction with SLT lead for curriculum, utilising faculty data and be accountable for pupil progress and outcomes.To be accountable for leading and developing the faculty curriculum, ensuring the range of subjects and qualifications are regularly reviewed in response to national developments and the needs of the school and students with annual writing and maintenance of Faculty Development Plan but also take the lead in developing whole school cross-curricular links to increase the breadth and scope of how Outdoor Education impacts the whole school curriculum.EssentialGrade 4/C or equivalent in GCSE Maths and EnglishA range of Art qualificationsA deeply held conviction that every pupil can achieve and reach their potentialThe belief that all pupils deserve a life of choice and opportunityAbility to be adaptable in a fast-paced extremely environmentCommitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupilsExcellent team playerAbility to work successfully with pupils with challenging behaviourExperience in SEMH/ASDDesirableQualified to degree level with QTS and above; (highly desirable)Experience of working with pupils from challenging backgroundsEvidence of continually improving the outcomes of pupilsDriving LicenceAbout usCrookhey Hall Schoolis a Social andEmotionalMental Health(SEMH)School which caters for boys and girls aged 10 - 17 years of age. Weprovide studentswith an educational experience that will not only extend theiracademicandvocationalsocial skills and abilities but will also promote personal growth and help to build self-esteem. In this way it is hoped that each individual will aspire to achieve their full potential, eventually leaving school with the determination to make a positive contribution to society in the years to come.Crookhey Hall School has a 15-acre setting in countryside south of Cockerham, near Lancaster. Due to the location, it would be beneficial for candidates to have a driving licence.The aim of the site is to provide enough support to unlock each pupils potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide pupils with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.Acorn Education is the UKs leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils. 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?BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour 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 Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.And thats not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll 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. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Youll 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#1