We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work Job Title:

Science Teacher Location:

Longdon Hall School, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS15 4PT Hours:

37.5 per week | Tuesday – Friday 8:30am - 4pm | Monday 4.30pm CPD Salary:

Up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience, not pro rata) Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only Start:

May 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Are you a passionate, resilient and creative educator who believes every child deserves the chance to thrive? Do you want to work in a setting where your expertise, ideas and commitment genuinely shape young lives? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We are seeking an exceptional Teacher to join our dedicated multi‑professional team, delivering high‑quality, personalised education to students with diverse and often complex needs. This is a role where your impact is immediate, meaningful and deeply rewarding. What You’ll Be Doing As a key member of our school community, you will: Plan and deliver engaging lessons for individuals and small groups, following our curriculum framework and tailored learning pathways. Track, record and report progress, ensuring every student’s achievements are recognised and celebrated. Shape the learning environment, creating a safe, stimulating and structured classroom that supports growth and independence. Lead on subject areas, coordinating teaching, assessment and development across key stages as agreed with the Headteacher. Develop personalised plans, including IEPs and behaviour plans, working closely with colleagues to ensure consistency and success. Support students with challenging behaviour, helping them move from external regulation to developing their own self‑control. Collaborate with care staff and other departments, ensuring a joined‑up approach between school and home. Safeguard every student, promoting their wellbeing, safety and personal development at all times. Contribute to school improvement, bringing your ideas and energy to our ongoing development plans. What We’re Looking For You will thrive in this role if you are: A qualified teacher who meets the Professional Standards for Teachers Skilled at adapting teaching to meet individual needs Confident working with students who present challenging behaviour A strong communicator who builds positive relationships with students, families and colleagues Organised, reflective and committed to continuous professional development Passionate about creating opportunities for young people who need them most Driving licence required About Us Longdon Hall School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 7 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. This opportunity is in Lichfield which is within commutable distance of Cannock, Burton upon Trent and surrounding areas. Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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. Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits Hundreds of UK and international discounts Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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 . #1