IT Teacher

Full Job Description

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:  IT Teacher

Location: Wetheringsett Manor, Suffolk, IP14 5QX

Salary:     Up to £38,000 per annum depending on experience (Not pro rata)

Hours:     37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.15am to 3.45pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start:        March 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an IT Teacher to join our close-knit team at Wetheringsett Manor in Suffolk. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of IT across the college, teaching students working towards Entry Level 1, BTEC, and GCSE qualifications.

About the Role

If you’re passionate about IT education and supporting young people with complex needs, we encourage you to apply and join our supportive and committed team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs, helping them develop valuable skills in IT and digital media that support their academic, social, and emotional growth.

Key responsibilities include analysing and reporting progress to the Senior Management Team, supporting the Acting Head of School with the smooth running of the college, and undertaking delegated duties.

• Lead the planning, development, and delivery of the IT curriculum across the college, ensuring it meets the needs of all learners
• Teach IT at various qualification levels including Entry Level 1, BTEC, and GCSE, adapting teaching styles and materials to accommodate different learning needs and abilities
• Prepare detailed Programmes of Work and Schemes of Study aligned with current educational standards and frameworks
• Collaborate closely with the Examinations Officer to manage assessment schedules and ensure students are entered for appropriate qualifications and assessments in a timely manner
• Monitor, assess, and record student progress rigorously, using this data to inform teaching and support strategies
• Report on pupil progress and curriculum effectiveness to the Senior Management Team and contribute to whole-school improvement plans
• Support the Acting Head of School by undertaking delegated administrative and operational duties to contribute to the smooth running of the college
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues to support pupils’ learning journeys and well-being
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in IT education, digital media, and pedagogy relevant to SEMH learners

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a subject specialism in IT or related area
• GCSE English at grade C / 4 or above
• Proven experience teaching IT, including BTEC and GCSE qualifications, to pupils with varied learning needs
• At least 2 years’ recent experience working effectively with pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate pupils
• Ability to adapt teaching methods and materials to suit diverse learning styles and abilities
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and the welfare of all pupils
• Organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Full UK Driving Licence

About the School

Wetheringsett Manor School is a new independent day SEMH School for up to 100 pupils aged 7-18. 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.

Wetheringsett Manor School has gone through significant refurbishment and is based in Suffolk, East Anglia and opened to pupils in November 2020. The Manor House is located in 17 acres of parkland with wooded boundaries and sits on the edge of the village of Wetheringsett. The accommodation also provides several other buildings including a converted stable block, a cottage and two industrial units.

We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.

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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