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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:  Employability/Careers Teacher
Location:  Parkside House School, Backworth, NE27 0AB
Salary:      From £32,000 per annum dependent on experience ( not pro rata )
Hours:      37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.00pm
Contract:  Permanent, Term Time Only
Start:         November 2025
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

As part of our continued growth, we are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an Employability/Careers Teacher to join our dedicated, close-knit team at Parkside House School, part of Acorn Education.

This is a chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people, supporting them to develop the skills, confidence, and aspirations they need to thrive beyond school. You will deliver high-quality careers education across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping pupils explore pathways, work experience, and future opportunities while fostering personal growth, resilience, and independence.

You will play a key role in supporting students’ integration into our school and extend your support to pupils in other educational provisions. Your involvement will go beyond the classroom, contributing to a broad and varied curriculum and actively supporting enrichment and out-of-classroom activities.

Safeguarding and child protection are central to this role. You will follow all school policies and procedures related to pupil welfare, including procedures for illness, absence, and behaviour management. You’ll also attend and contribute to meetings focused on education, wellbeing, and departmental initiatives, helping shape the strategic delivery of careers and employability support.

You will receive ongoing professional development, regular line management, and opportunities to attend external training and qualification courses relevant to your role. You’ll also confidently use ICT to enhance teaching, communication, and record-keeping.

What We’re Looking For

• UK QTS or equivalent.
• Experience delivering careers education or employability support, ideally within KS3/4.
• Confidence supporting pupils across multiple provisions and in out-of-classroom activities.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism and resilience when dealing with challenging situations.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver careers education for KS3/4 pupils, developing skills and aspiration.
• Support pupils’ personal development, achievement, and integration into school.
• Contribute to a broad curriculum including out-of-classroom activities.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment.
• Ensure child protection and safeguarding procedures are rigorously followed.
• Attend meetings related to pupil education, behaviour, and welfare.
• Use ICT effectively for communication, teaching, and record-keeping.
• Perform reasonable duties as directed by the Head of School or their representatives.

About Us

Welcome to Parkside House School, an SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Independent Special School with sites in Backworth and Ashington. We provide specialist teaching, small class sizes, bespoke timetables, and a nurturing environment for pupils aged KS2 Year 6–KS5. Our school supports students with SEMH needs and associated learning difficulties, including autism, ADHD, attachment disorders, and oppositional defiance disorder. Pupils thrive academically, socially, and personally, guided by a passionate, experienced team dedicated to unlocking their potential.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education and care 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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• Competitive salary £40,00 6,000 (32 Hrs prorated and including shift allowance, DOE)
• Welcome bonus paid in your first week
• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare + equal parental leave
• Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Gym membership & wellbeing support
• Annual leave starting at 24 days , rising to 32 with service
• Free perks on site: Parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop

• Solid foundation in Engineering & Technical skills , built through a recognized apprenticeship.
• National Standard level 4 (or relevant level 3) or HNC / HND level in a combined Electrical & Mechanical Engineering discipline. Or Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification but with other qualifications / proven experience in the other discipline.
• Self-sufficient, hands on , and strong problem-solving ability. Systematic root cause analysis of technical issues.
• Demonstratable experience working in a maintenance or reliability department.
• Industry Health & Safety knowledge (e.g. LOTO, Risk Assessments & Safe Work Permits)

• Perform fault diagnosis & repairs on random failures on production machinery, identifying the root cause in the repair process.
• Responsibility for technical safety and food safety standards on your shift, supporting the Shift Operations Manager.
• Provide technical experience and support to the Shift Operations Team.
• Responsible for overseeing all factory services on shift (including steam, electricity, air, water, and gas)
• Determine when and which technical issues are escalated to the days team.
• Complete planned maintenance activities & improvements with smooth transitions from maintenance back to production

• Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles
• Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow"
• Access world-class training & development from day one
• Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package

Night shift -  start time circa 22:00 non-working days Mon & Tues

£34,192 Per annum

More than 22,400 customers rely on us as the UK’s leading newspaper and magazine wholesaler. With nightly miracles delivered by an extensive network of distribution centres, we have more roles than you realise. One look at our heritage tells you that we’re as good as our word – we have a reputation built on security, reliability, and delivering on promises. Right now, we’re excitingly looking to the future and all that means for our customers and our people’s careers.

About the role

Joining us as a Deputy Depot Night Manager you’ll manage one of the shift operations in the depot reporting into the Depot Manager and ensuring accurate and timely delivery of newspapers and magazines out to our retailers.

This interesting and challenging role in our management team will see you ensuring a planned and effective night operation is in place, taking responsibility for:

• Supervising all staff. Providing training and coaching and identifying training needs
• Providing accurate reports that highlight any challenges or successes
• Working closely with the management team to identify potential risks
• Maintaining a high level of health and safety at all times
• Ensuring compliance with legislation and company policy
• Working to an annual set budget and forecast

What we can offer you

Not only do we offer free onsite parking and competitive salary but you’ll also have access to:

• Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
• 5% match pension
• 25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme
• 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan
• Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme

About You:

You’ll have a track record of success in a warehouse environment in a management position. You’ll also be able to evidence:

• Experience of working in a fast paced environment
• Managing a large operation and being able to liaise at all levels
• Outstanding communication skills and the credibility to effectively build relationships with all team members and management
• Experience of planning and effectively executing a night operation. Dealing with all issues and challenges as they arise
• Tenacity and an effective approach to meeting and exceeding targets and delivering an outstanding client experience
• Computer literacy and confidence in the use of technology and IT systems, including a high degree of knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent business acumen and strong commercial and financial awareness  

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

Don’t just take us at our word – experience it for yourself. We’re a business built on support, opportunities, loyalty and care. Let’s make the most of today’s opportunities and look to the future, together. Apply now.

Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

You’ll be joining Ashbrooke School, one of the leading SEN settings in the North East. A purpose-built school with specialist classrooms, extensive grounds and sporting facilities, plus a new purpose-built primary provision – Ashbrooke supports young people with ADHD, ASD, SEMH and SLCN and was recently rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and
benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays

• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group

• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Food Technology Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

- Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
- Your genuine passion for Food Technology and the impact your subject can have on young lives
- The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class
- Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department
- You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here .

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy. We’re thrilled to announce the opening of Trimdon Hill School, a brand-new Options Autism school in County Durham, providing exceptional education and support for pupils with Autism and other complex needs.

We are now recruiting a dedicated SENCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join the team and help shape the future of this school.

• Title:         SENCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
• Location: Trimdon Hill School, Durham, TS29 6EY
• Salary:      £42,000 per annum ( not pro rata )
• Hours:      37.5 hours per week, Monday & Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm | Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm | Thursday & Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
• Start date: February 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

This is more than a dual role — it’s a career-defining opportunity to make a lasting difference in a school where creativity is encouraged, wellbeing is prioritised, and every child’s potential is celebrated.

As SENCo, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the quality and direction of our SEND provision. You’ll:

• Lead the strategic development of SEND across the school, working closely with the Headteacher and therapy team
• Oversee EHCPs, learning plans, assessments, and progression data to ensure each pupil receives personalised support
• Guide and coach teachers in delivering high-quality, differentiated, and autism-aware learning
• Build strong partnerships with families, local authorities, and external professionals
• Promote a culture of inclusion, high expectations, and continuous professional growth
• Lead on staff CPD, focusing on SEND, autism strategies, and evidence-based practice
• Ensure full compliance with the SEND Code of Practice, safeguarding policies, and best-practice record keeping

As Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), you’ll be at the heart of our safeguarding culture. You will:

• Take lead responsibility for all safeguarding and child protection matters across the school
• Be the first point of contact for concerns, responding swiftly and effectively in line with KCSIE and local authority procedures
• Champion a trauma-informed, autism-aware approach to safeguarding
• Deliver ongoing training and support to staff, building confidence and vigilance across the team
• Maintain detailed and compliant records, referrals, and audits, and report regularly to governors
• Represent the school at multi-agency meetings, ensuring pupil welfare is always the highest priority
• Support staff in understanding and responding to the unique safeguarding needs of pupils with communication barriers

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a compassionate, resilient, and forward-thinking leader with a deep passion for SEND, safeguarding, and empowering young people with complex needs to thrive.

You’ll need to have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A SENDCo qualification
• Extensive experience supporting children with Autism and complex learning needs
• Proven success as a SENCo, including leading EHCP processes and multi-agency collaboration
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding frameworks and legislation (KCSIE, Working Together, Equality Act 2010 )
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• The confidence to engage effectively with families, external professionals, and governors

Please note: This role is not suitable for ECTs/NQTs.

Trimdon Hill School isn’t just a new school — it’s a place where every child is supported to shine. Join us and help shape this exciting journey from day one!

About Us

Trimdon Hill School, located in Trimdon Grange, County Durham, is a brand-new school that opened in June 2025. The school caters for 40 pupils aged 4 to 11 years with a diagnosis of autism, who may also have a range of complex learning needs, communication challenges, and sensory difficulties.

For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided high-quality care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading the sector in delivering innovative approaches that provide measurable outcomes for neurodivergent young people and young adults.

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.

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 OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy. We’re thrilled to announce the opening of Trimdon Hill School, a brand-new Options Autism school in County Durham, providing exceptional education and support for pupils with Autism and other complex needs.

We are now recruiting a dedicated SENCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join the team and help shape the future of this school.

• Title:         SENCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
• Location: Trimdon Hill School, Durham, TS29 6EY
• Salary:      £42,000 per annum ( not pro rata )
• Hours:      37.5 hours per week, Monday & Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm | Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm | Thursday & Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
• Start date: February 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

This is more than a dual role — it’s a career-defining opportunity to make a lasting difference in a school where creativity is encouraged, wellbeing is prioritised, and every child’s potential is celebrated.

As SENCo, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the quality and direction of our SEND provision. You’ll:

• Lead the strategic development of SEND across the school, working closely with the Headteacher and therapy team
• Oversee EHCPs, learning plans, assessments, and progression data to ensure each pupil receives personalised support
• Guide and coach teachers in delivering high-quality, differentiated, and autism-aware learning
• Build strong partnerships with families, local authorities, and external professionals
• Promote a culture of inclusion, high expectations, and continuous professional growth
• Lead on staff CPD, focusing on SEND, autism strategies, and evidence-based practice
• Ensure full compliance with the SEND Code of Practice, safeguarding policies, and best-practice record keeping

As Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), you’ll be at the heart of our safeguarding culture. You will:

• Take lead responsibility for all safeguarding and child protection matters across the school
• Be the first point of contact for concerns, responding swiftly and effectively in line with KCSIE and local authority procedures
• Champion a trauma-informed, autism-aware approach to safeguarding
• Deliver ongoing training and support to staff, building confidence and vigilance across the team
• Maintain detailed and compliant records, referrals, and audits, and report regularly to governors
• Represent the school at multi-agency meetings, ensuring pupil welfare is always the highest priority
• Support staff in understanding and responding to the unique safeguarding needs of pupils with communication barriers

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a compassionate, resilient, and forward-thinking leader with a deep passion for SEND, safeguarding, and empowering young people with complex needs to thrive.

You’ll need to have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A SENDCo qualification
• Extensive experience supporting children with Autism and complex learning needs
• Proven success as a SENCo, including leading EHCP processes and multi-agency collaboration
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding frameworks and legislation (KCSIE, Working Together, Equality Act 2010 )
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• The confidence to engage effectively with families, external professionals, and governors

Please note: This role is not suitable for ECTs/NQTs.

Trimdon Hill School isn’t just a new school — it’s a place where every child is supported to shine. Join us and help shape this exciting journey from day one!

About Us

Trimdon Hill School, located in Trimdon Grange, County Durham, is a brand-new school that opened in June 2025. The school caters for 40 pupils aged 4 to 11 years with a diagnosis of autism, who may also have a range of complex learning needs, communication challenges, and sensory difficulties.

For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided high-quality care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading the sector in delivering innovative approaches that provide measurable outcomes for neurodivergent young people and young adults.

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.

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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• Competitive salary £40,00 6,000 (32 Hrs prorated and including shift allowance, DOE)
• Welcome bonus paid in your first week
• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare + equal parental leave
• Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Gym membership & wellbeing support
• Annual leave starting at 24 days , rising to 32 with service
• Free perks on site: Parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop

• Solid foundation in Engineering & Technical skills , built through a recognized apprenticeship.
• National Standard level 4 (or relevant level 3) or HNC / HND level in a combined Electrical & Mechanical Engineering discipline. Or Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification but with other qualifications / proven experience in the other discipline.
• Self-sufficient, hands on , and strong problem-solving ability. Systematic root cause analysis of technical issues.
• Demonstratable experience working in a maintenance or reliability department.
• Industry Health & Safety knowledge (e.g. LOTO, Risk Assessments & Safe Work Permits)

• Perform fault diagnosis & repairs on random failures on production machinery, identifying the root cause in the repair process.
• Responsibility for technical safety and food safety standards on your shift, supporting the Shift Operations Manager.
• Provide technical experience and support to the Shift Operations Team.
• Responsible for overseeing all factory services on shift (including steam, electricity, air, water, and gas)
• Determine when and which technical issues are escalated to the days team.
• Complete planned maintenance activities & improvements with smooth transitions from maintenance back to production

• Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles
• Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow"
• Access world-class training & development from day one
• Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package

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:  Learning Support Assistant
Location:  Parkside House School, Backworth, NE27 0AB
Salary:      £20,906.25 per annum ( not pro rata )
Hours:      37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 08:30-16:00
Contract:  Permanent, Term Time Only
Start:        November 2025
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Parkside House School, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive — to discover their potential, grow in confidence, and find joy in learning. We’re looking for a compassionate and committed Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team and help make that happen.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a caring, inclusive school where relationships and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in helping pupils with additional needs engage fully with their education.

You’ll work alongside teachers and tutors to deliver personalised support, create engaging learning experiences, and celebrate every achievement, no matter how small. Each day will bring fresh challenges and rewards as you help pupils build independence, resilience, and confidence in themselves.

If you’re patient, creative, and passionate about helping children succeed — this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers and tutors in delivering high-quality, individualised learning experiences
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access the curriculum and reach their potential
• Promote pupils’ personal, social, and emotional development through encouragement and positive relationships
• Assist in preparing and maintaining engaging classroom environments and resources
• Uphold school policies and safeguarding practices to ensure every child feels safe and supported

Qualifications Required

• GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Maths

Please note: A full UK driving licence is required, as this role may involve working across both of our school sites in Backworth and Ashington.

About Us

Welcome to Parkside House School, an SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Independent Special School with sites in Backworth and Ashington. We provide specialist teaching, small class sizes, bespoke timetables, and a nurturing, friendly environment for pupils aged KS2 Year 6–KS5. Our school supports students with SEMH needs and associated learning difficulties, including autism, ADHD, attachment disorders, and oppositional defiance disorder. Pupils thrive academically, socially, and personally, guided by a passionate, experienced team dedicated to unlocking their potential.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education and care 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 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 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:  SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:  Benton House School, Benton, NE7 7XE

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

Hours:  37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract:  Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date:  December 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Are you someone who believes every child deserves the chance to thrive? Do you find joy in helping young people overcome challenges and achieve their full potential?

At Benton House School, we’re looking for a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive, close-knit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the lives of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them grow in confidence, independence, and curiosity.

Every day will bring fresh challenges, new learning, and the chance to see real progress — both academically and personally — from the pupils you support.

About the role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll:

• Support teachers in delivering creative, engaging lessons that meet individual learning needs
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to help pupils develop essential skills and confidence
• Prepare learning resources and assist with classroom and outdoor activities
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour through empathy, encouragement, and consistency
• Help pupils build independence and resilience, both inside and outside the classroom
• Take part in off-site learning opportunities that enrich the curriculum and build real-world experience

This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to help shape brighter futures.

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, compassionate, and adaptable person who’s committed to supporting young people with complex needs
• Someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative, positive, and forward-thinking team
• A proactive individual with a flexible attitude — ready to take learning beyond the classroom
• A willingness to learn and grow through further training or qualifications

About us

Benton House School is a brand-new SEN school for pupils with complex needs including SEMH. It is an exciting addition to the Acorn portfolio based in Newcastle.

Benton House School will have capacity for 60 pupils ages 5-14 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 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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