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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 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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:   Headteacher

Location:   Longdon Hall School, Near Lichfield, WS15 4PT

Salary:       Up to £80,000 per annum dependent on experience and skills (not pro rata)

Hours:       Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week 

Contract:   Permanent, term time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Longdon Hall School is seeking an inspiring, dedicated, and resilient leader who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives and education of our pupils.

About the Role

Are you an innovative Headteacher or Senior Leader committed to supporting pupils with a primary diagnosis of SEMH and additional complex needs? This is an exciting opportunity to lead a fantastic team and continue building on our vision and ethos of ‘Thinking and Learning Differently.’

As Headteacher, you will champion a relentless focus on high-quality, creative learning tailored to meet the individual educational needs of our pupils. Your strategic leadership will maximise achievement, foster personal development, and respond effectively to the complex challenges faced by our learners.

Who are we looking for?

We want to hear from SEN professionals who have the vision, drive, and ambition to inspire a multi-disciplinary team in delivering outstanding education and care for pupils with special educational needs.

You will bring creativity and innovation to improving outcomes and support for pupils and their families. As an excellent communicator and ambassador for Acorn Education, you’ll build strong partnerships with parents, local authorities, and key stakeholders.

If you are a forward-thinking, highly motivated leader with a proven track record of driving whole-school improvement and making a lasting difference, this is the role for you.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
• Experience as a senior leader in an SEN school
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to provide clear vision and direction
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

What We Offer

• Outstanding career development opportunities
• Support from a network of experienced leaders across the Acorn Education Group
• The chance to lead and innovate in a supportive, ambitious environment

If you’re ready to lead with passion, purpose, and creativity – apply now and help us shape the future of education for our pupils.

About our School

Longdon Hall School is an independent specialist day school for ages from 7 to 18 years, 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.

Longdon Hall School is committed to providing a safe, joyful, and inspiring learning environment in which all pupils can develop academically, socially, emotionally, and morally to their full potential.

Standing in a superb therapeutic setting, our outstanding reputation stems from our overwhelming success in re-engaging learners across the Midlands. With an innovative curriculum to reignite interest in each pupil, we embrace a raft of initiatives with personalised targets to ensure every pupil can make excellent progress which is appropriate to their specific needs.

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.

Testimonial

“Robert has made outstanding progress, both academically and socially since starting at Longdon Hall School. It is really positive and heartening to see a young person make so much progress in a short space of time, and I hope Robert is beginning to see that hard work and commitment really do pay off.” – Social Worker

Why join Acorn Education?

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 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.

#1

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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:   Headteacher

Location:   Longdon Hall School, Near Lichfield, WS15 4PT

Salary:       Up to £80,000 per annum dependent on experience and skills (not pro rata)

Hours:       Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week 

Contract:   Permanent, term time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Longdon Hall School is seeking an inspiring, dedicated, and resilient leader who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives and education of our pupils.

About the Role

Are you an innovative Headteacher or Senior Leader committed to supporting pupils with a primary diagnosis of SEMH and additional complex needs? This is an exciting opportunity to lead a fantastic team and continue building on our vision and ethos of ‘Thinking and Learning Differently.’

As Headteacher, you will champion a relentless focus on high-quality, creative learning tailored to meet the individual educational needs of our pupils. Your strategic leadership will maximise achievement, foster personal development, and respond effectively to the complex challenges faced by our learners.

Who are we looking for?

We want to hear from SEN professionals who have the vision, drive, and ambition to inspire a multi-disciplinary team in delivering outstanding education and care for pupils with special educational needs.

You will bring creativity and innovation to improving outcomes and support for pupils and their families. As an excellent communicator and ambassador for Acorn Education, you’ll build strong partnerships with parents, local authorities, and key stakeholders.

If you are a forward-thinking, highly motivated leader with a proven track record of driving whole-school improvement and making a lasting difference, this is the role for you.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
• Experience as a senior leader in an SEN school
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to provide clear vision and direction
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

What We Offer

• Outstanding career development opportunities
• Support from a network of experienced leaders across the Acorn Education Group
• The chance to lead and innovate in a supportive, ambitious environment

If you’re ready to lead with passion, purpose, and creativity – apply now and help us shape the future of education for our pupils.

About our School

Longdon Hall School is an independent specialist day school for ages from 7 to 18 years, 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.

Longdon Hall School is committed to providing a safe, joyful, and inspiring learning environment in which all pupils can develop academically, socially, emotionally, and morally to their full potential.

Standing in a superb therapeutic setting, our outstanding reputation stems from our overwhelming success in re-engaging learners across the Midlands. With an innovative curriculum to reignite interest in each pupil, we embrace a raft of initiatives with personalised targets to ensure every pupil can make excellent progress which is appropriate to their specific needs.

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.

Testimonial

“Robert has made outstanding progress, both academically and socially since starting at Longdon Hall School. It is really positive and heartening to see a young person make so much progress in a short space of time, and I hope Robert is beginning to see that hard work and commitment really do pay off.” – Social Worker

Why join Acorn Education?

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 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.

#1

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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:   Teacher

Location:   Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB 

Salary:       Up to £39,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours:       37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract:   Permanent, Term Time only 

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. 

We are looking for a teacher with subject lead experience to join our team at Oakham Shires School.

Any applications received for this position will not be responded to until after the summer break; interviews will take place on 17th & 18th September.

About the role

Experience of closing the gaps for disadvantaged and SEND pupils would be beneficial as you would be supporting autistic teenagers that have struggled throughout their school journey to achieve their academic and life goals.

Class groups are small allowing you to focus on each pupil’s needs; all of our pupils are treated as an individual, one size does not fit all and we recognise that in our approach to learning by adapting our teaching to meet individual needs.  A knowledge and understanding of autism and developmental trauma would be beneficial.  We use an “in their own time and space” philosophy to support our pupils to navigate their lives. We focus on understanding behaviour for communication and use this to help support their social and emotional development. We have a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We need teachers who have a passion for working with pupils, have a compassionate, caring manner and a mature, non-judgemental approach to life. You will be a clear communicator and resilient.

At Oakham Shires, we have a maximum of 6 pupils per class with adult support therefore reducing paperwork and we allocate 7½ hours per week of non-contact time for training, PPA, meetings, etc. Staff enjoy a cooked lunch with pupils each day and time is set aside to focus on staff wellbeing.

Qualifications required: QTS.

This role is not suitable for an ECT.

About the school

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 Options Autism?

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.

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.

#1

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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:   Teacher

Location:   Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB 

Salary:       Up to £39,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours:       37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract:   Permanent, Term Time only 

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. 

We are looking for a teacher with subject lead experience to join our team at Oakham Shires School.

Any applications received for this position will not be responded to until after the summer break; interviews will take place on 17th & 18th September.

About the role

Experience of closing the gaps for disadvantaged and SEND pupils would be beneficial as you would be supporting autistic teenagers that have struggled throughout their school journey to achieve their academic and life goals.

Class groups are small allowing you to focus on each pupil’s needs; all of our pupils are treated as an individual, one size does not fit all and we recognise that in our approach to learning by adapting our teaching to meet individual needs.  A knowledge and understanding of autism and developmental trauma would be beneficial.  We use an “in their own time and space” philosophy to support our pupils to navigate their lives. We focus on understanding behaviour for communication and use this to help support their social and emotional development. We have a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We need teachers who have a passion for working with pupils, have a compassionate, caring manner and a mature, non-judgemental approach to life. You will be a clear communicator and resilient.

At Oakham Shires, we have a maximum of 6 pupils per class with adult support therefore reducing paperwork and we allocate 7½ hours per week of non-contact time for training, PPA, meetings, etc. Staff enjoy a cooked lunch with pupils each day and time is set aside to focus on staff wellbeing.

Qualifications required: QTS.

This role is not suitable for an ECT.

About the school

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 Options Autism?

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.

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.

#1

How would you like to be paid for five days, but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do — and we’re always looking for ways to improve work/life balance. That’s why we’re excited to be trialling a 4-Day Working Week, meaning you could be working one day less per week (or equivalent), without taking a pay cut.

If successful, we’ll roll this out across the Group — so now’s the perfect time to join #TeamOFG .

Job Title: Secondary Maths Teacher

Location : Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Salary : Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience — not pro rata)
Hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Contract : Permanent, Term Time Only
Eligibility : This role does not offer sponsorship

Please Note :

• Applications received after July 15th will be reviewed after the summer break (end of August).
• Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th September .

About the Role

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate and skilled Secondary Maths Teacher to join our close-knit team at Oakham Shires School, part of Options Autism.

You'll be responsible for delivering GCSE Maths, supporting students across the school, and leading the subject as a Maths Subject Lead.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of autistic pupils who have struggled in mainstream education and need a tailored, compassionate approach.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching Maths up to GCSE level in small class groups (max. 6 pupils)
• Supporting learners with autism and developmental trauma, helping close gaps in learning
• Leading on the Maths curriculum and supporting cross-school development
• Adapting lessons to meet a wide range of abilities and individual needs
• Creating a calm, supportive, and engaging classroom environment
• Working with a team of passionate educators and therapists to help every child thrive

What We’re Looking For

• QTS / BEd / PGCE or equivalent
• Proven experience of teaching Maths at GCSE level
• Experience supporting SEN and/or disadvantaged learners
• A compassionate, calm, and emotionally intelligent approach
• Understanding of autism, trauma-informed practices, and behaviour as communication
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team

This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About Us

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 Options Autism?

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.

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.

#1

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:   Teaching Assistant

Location:   Longdon Park School, Egginton, DE65 6GU

Salary:       £20,906.25 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:    37.5 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8.00-16.00, Wednesday 8.00-17.00

Contract:   Permanent, Term time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for Teaching Assistants to join our amazing team at Longdon Park School in Egginton.

The opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils and young people’s lives. Join an amazing team creating supportive, nurturing environments where our pupils achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has a diagnosis of Autism and may have additional needs. They have so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys bespoke to them.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

You will face challenges and overcome them as you flourish and thrive, sharing your skills and learning from others as your career takes you as high as you always dreamed you could go.

Every day will be different, but you will have all the support you need, with lots of skills and experience to draw on along with valuable advice and guidance too.

Who we are looking for

You will be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

Essential 

• English & Maths Level 2 Pass or GCSE C/Grade 4 and above
• Full UK Driving Licence

About us

Longdon Park School opened in June 2015. We are a co-educational day school catering for pupils aged 7 to 18 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour primarily with a diagnosis of ASD. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment where our young people learn to accept responsibility for their actions, make positive decisions and display pro-social behaviour. We are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential and supporting them through a personalised, engaging curriculum. Our priority is to develop the foundation knowledge and skills required to make a manageable and smooth transition to the next life stage.

Longdon Park School is not readily accessible by public transport.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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 Options Autism?

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.

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.

#1

How would you like to be paid for five days, but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do — and we’re always looking for ways to improve work/life balance. That’s why we’re excited to be trialling a 4-Day Working Week, meaning you could be working one day less per week (or equivalent), without taking a pay cut.

If successful, we’ll roll this out across the Group — so now’s the perfect time to join #TeamOFG .

Job Title: Secondary Maths Teacher

Location : Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Salary : Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience — not pro rata)
Hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Contract : Permanent, Term Time Only
Eligibility : This role does not offer sponsorship

Please Note :

• Applications received after July 15th will be reviewed after the summer break (end of August).
• Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th September .

About the Role

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate and skilled Secondary Maths Teacher to join our close-knit team at Oakham Shires School, part of Options Autism.

You'll be responsible for delivering GCSE Maths, supporting students across the school, and leading the subject as a Maths Subject Lead.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of autistic pupils who have struggled in mainstream education and need a tailored, compassionate approach.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching Maths up to GCSE level in small class groups (max. 6 pupils)
• Supporting learners with autism and developmental trauma, helping close gaps in learning
• Leading on the Maths curriculum and supporting cross-school development
• Adapting lessons to meet a wide range of abilities and individual needs
• Creating a calm, supportive, and engaging classroom environment
• Working with a team of passionate educators and therapists to help every child thrive

What We’re Looking For

• QTS / BEd / PGCE or equivalent
• Proven experience of teaching Maths at GCSE level
• Experience supporting SEN and/or disadvantaged learners
• A compassionate, calm, and emotionally intelligent approach
• Understanding of autism, trauma-informed practices, and behaviour as communication
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team

This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About Us

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 Options Autism?

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.

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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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:   Teaching Assistant

Location:   Longdon Park School, Egginton, DE65 6GU

Salary:       £20,906.25 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:    37.5 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8.00-16.00, Wednesday 8.00-17.00

Contract:   Permanent, Term time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for Teaching Assistants to join our amazing team at Longdon Park School in Egginton.

The opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils and young people’s lives. Join an amazing team creating supportive, nurturing environments where our pupils achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has a diagnosis of Autism and may have additional needs. They have so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys bespoke to them.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

You will face challenges and overcome them as you flourish and thrive, sharing your skills and learning from others as your career takes you as high as you always dreamed you could go.

Every day will be different, but you will have all the support you need, with lots of skills and experience to draw on along with valuable advice and guidance too.

Who we are looking for

You will be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

Essential 

• English & Maths Level 2 Pass or GCSE C/Grade 4 and above
• Full UK Driving Licence

About us

Longdon Park School opened in June 2015. We are a co-educational day school catering for pupils aged 7 to 18 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour primarily with a diagnosis of ASD. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment where our young people learn to accept responsibility for their actions, make positive decisions and display pro-social behaviour. We are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential and supporting them through a personalised, engaging curriculum. Our priority is to develop the foundation knowledge and skills required to make a manageable and smooth transition to the next life stage.

Longdon Park School is not readily accessible by public transport.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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 Options Autism?

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.

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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The Best HGV job you will ever do!

Large Goods Vehicles (LGV) drivers will undertake delivery and collection of products to and from a variety of locations in line with all company policies and procedures.

You will be required to work a flexible shift pattern consisting of nights, late and early shifts including weekends.  Your minimum contracted hours will be 32 hours, however routes are assigned up to 12.5 hours per day, as such you will regularly be expected to carry out additional hours.

Day-to-day you will collect shopping from our state-of-the-art warehouses and take it to our smaller regional sites. No multi drops or hidden lanes.

What do you get in return?

Alongside a safe working environment, we offer perks and benefits to suit everyone:

• Employer-funded private medical insurance after 12 months of service
• Paid Digital Tachograph card renewal
• Paid Driver Medical in line with licence requirements- through our approved supplier
• We will provide your ongoing periodic CPC training during your career 
• Up to 7% matched pension contributions after three months of service
• High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% off Ocado.com

 If you want to become a career contender, there’s plenty of opportunity for progression, as 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues! 

What are the requirements?   Just bring yourself and a positive attitude (plus a category C+E driving licence) and our amazing training team will do the rest, although a minimum of 6 months experience is desirable! You must be a safe and competent driver and be flexible on your shift length on a daily basis.  

 How to apply:

• Fill in an online application - there is no CV required!
• Our friendly team will conduct a telephone interview
• You will complete a Right to Work Checks
• A face-to-face interview and an interview drive will then take place with a driving assessor. 
• Following this, we will ensure you are happy with the role and understand the shift patterns before any offers are made

Pay Structure: This position is lunar paid.  This means you will be paid every 4 weeks according to a monthly schedule.  Please take this into consideration when applying.

Hourly pay (from 31st March 2025):

Basic hourly rate

£17.73

Evening premium rate (18:00-06:00)

£9.63

Sunday Premium rate

9.39

Sunday Evening Premium rate (18:00-06:00)

1.48

Overtime rate (Day Shift)

2.16

Overtime evening rate (18:00 - 06:00)

4.53

About Ocado Logistics 

Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get stuck in. 

Our people are incredibly diverse and come from all walks of life with different stories and experiences. We are proud to be an Armed Forces Covenant employer providing support and opportunities for veterans, reservists, and their families. We recognise the unique skills, experiences, and qualities they bring to our workforce, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all. 

Join Ocado Logistics today, where there are bags of possibilities.