Design & Technology Instructor/Teacher

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Job Title:  Design & Technology Instructor/Teacher
Location:  Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX
Hours:  40 per week | Monday to Friday
Salary:  Up to £46,500.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  May 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Design & Technology Instructor/Teacher to deliver high‑quality teaching and engaging practical learning across multiple key stages. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in raising standards of learning, supporting pupils’ progress, and contributing to a dynamic, inclusive curriculum. This role requires a strong understanding of health and safety within workshop environments, a commitment to supporting students with diverse needs (including SEND and SEMH), and a passion for helping young people develop both technical and life skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality Design & Technology teaching across Key Stages 1–4.
• Plan and teach engaging practical and theory-based lessons in areas such as product design, resistant materials, carpentry, graphics, engineering principles and related disciplines.
• Use resources effectively to support high standards of learning and achievement.
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective curriculum delivery.
• Undertake additional curriculum responsibilities as agreed with the Assistant Headteacher and Curriculum Lead.
• Act as a form tutor and positive role model, supporting students’ academic, social, and personal development.
• Support whole-school literacy, numeracy and life skills initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of high‑quality SEND provision.
• Work closely with parents, external agencies, and young people with SEND, including those with SEMH needs, to promote effective inclusion.

What you'll bring:

• A genuine belief in every child’s potential to thrive and succeed
• A commitment to providing pupils with opportunities, choice, and positive pathways
• Adaptability, resilience, and a passion for practical, hands-on teaching
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare
• UK QTS (desirable)
• A Full UK Driving Licence

About Us

Manor House School is an independent co-educational school for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We provide a small, supportive environment where personalised learning helps pupils rebuild confidence and engage with education. Our dedicated staff foster positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, and a calm, nurturing atmosphere. Through tailored support and a broad curriculum, we empower pupils to achieve success and prepare for life beyond school. 

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

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

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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