English Coordinator

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 !

Job Title: English Coordinator

Location: Benton House School, Benton, NE7 7XE

Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children? Do you believe in unlocking every pupil's potential through inspiring and tailored English education? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for an English Coordinator to join our close-knit and dedicated team at Benton House School.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching the full curriculum, adapted to meet the needs of pupils with complex SEN (including SEMH), while also taking on the additional responsibility of coordinating either English or Maths across the school.

As English (or Maths) Coordinator, you will:

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of a dynamic and engaging subject-specific curriculum tailored to our pupils' needs.
• Support and mentor staff in delivering high-quality teaching that inspires and motivates learners.
• Use assessment data to track pupil progress and implement timely interventions as needed.
• Work closely with the leadership team, therapists, and families to ensure a joined-up approach to education and care.
• Promote a culture of high expectations, creativity, and inclusivity in your subject area.
• Foster a love of learning-especially in reading, writing, communication, or mathematical thinking-through engaging and meaningful lessons.
• Uphold and reflect the core values of Benton House School and Acorn Education.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and committed teacher who:

• Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and proven experience delivering the full curriculum in an SEN or specialist setting.
• Has a strong track record of leading English or Maths (or Literacy/Numeracy) with demonstrable impact.
• Understands the unique needs of pupils with complex SEMH and other additional needs.
• Is an effective communicator and team player, with strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Brings creativity, flexibility, and resilience to their teaching practice.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.

About us

Benton House School is a brand-new Special Educational Needs (SEN) school located in Newcastle (NE7 7XE), dedicated to supporting pupils with complex needs, including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. As an exciting new addition to the Acorn Education family, Benton House School will provide a nurturing environment for up to 60 pupils aged 5 to 14 years.

As part of Acorn Education, the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people, we offer a workplace full of rewarding challenges and rich opportunities for professional growth. 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 proud to share that in 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.

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.

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

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.