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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. Having joined Witherslack Group in 2022, Greenholm School is an independent, specialist day school providing high quality education based in South West London. The school meets the needs of pupils with autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties – and was recently rated Good 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 ___ * 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 ___ * 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 Primary 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 teaching primary aged children 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 ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Please note: The successful candidate must have proven experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), as they will be teaching an EYFS class of children. 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. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience ‘a life changing love of learning.’ We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted. Skill set requirements – * Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this * Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols – we use PEC’s and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils * Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour * Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old * Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum * Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise 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 ___ * 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 ___ * 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 EYFS Classroom 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 teaching EYFS 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 ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

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: Teaching Assistant Location: Ashley Park School, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7LR Salary: £22,160.62 per annum / £13.25 p/h (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start: November 2025 UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship We now have a fantastic opportunity for Teaching Assistants to join our new Options Autism School - Ashley Park School in Epsom, Surrey. About the Role We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to support pupils with SEND in achieving their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. The successful candidate will be an effective team player with excellent communication skills, working closely with teachers, tutors, and other stakeholders to provide a high-quality learning environment. Key Responsibilities You will support class teachers and tutors to deliver high-quality education, implement relevant policies and procedures, and provide individual or group support to pupils to help them access the curriculum as independently as possible. You will also assist in organising the classroom, its resources, student groupings, and displays to create a stimulating learning environment, and ensure all equipment is used, maintained, and reported on efficiently. Requirements • Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (desirable), • Willingness to work towards further qualifications as required (essential) Ashley Park is a brand-new independent specialist school for autistic young people aged 11–19, offering tailored education, care, and support within a safe and supportive environment. Located in Epsom, Surrey, we provide a unique mix of learning opportunities and therapeutic support to meet a wide spectrum of needs and abilities, ensuring every pupil can thrive. The school has capacity for 60 pupils and is designed to provide an inspiring and supportive environment where young people with ASC and Complex Needs can achieve their full potential. For over 19 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 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth 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, • 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 *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

Up to £48,003 + Excellent Benefits For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us, here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence and market leading OFSTED ratings. As a Pastoral Manager you’ll take the lead in enabling your team to meet our young peoples’ emotional needs. Our young people have challenging complex emotional and behavioural needs Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health and need more support than most. You’ll make sure they get it by applying high standards of care. It means working with families and developing programs for each individual young person. With careful assessment and planning, you’ll create a positive learning environment where every young person can thrive. With experience working with young people with BESD or ASD in a school or care setting you will understand our young people’s developmental needs and what pastoral care entails. A good listener who can motivate your team, you inspire young people to achieve. Flexibility, good organizational skills and the ability to successfully manage a team means you’ll be an asset to the Witherslack Group. Having joined Witherslack Group in 2022, Bramley Hill School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education. Based in Surrey and recently rated Good by Ofsted, the school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as PDA, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. 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 * 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 * Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 5% 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 Pastoral Manager, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: * Minimum of 3 years’ experience with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils and with working with families in challenging circumstances and expertise to support and resolve difficulties * Experience of multi-agency work with an understanding of legislation, policies and guidance around safeguarding and child protection * NVQ 3 in Care/Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification * Ideally - Leadership related Qualification * Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) * Experience of staff appraisal/performance management and supervision 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 ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your clinicalcareer- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary teamin a rewardingeducationsetting? Do you want to have opportunities toparticipate inresearchprojects, special interest groups andform part of a wider clinicalnetworkthat meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliverspecialistassessments and interventionsfostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developingan enhancedclinicaloffer through supportingthe growth ofcolleagues,apprentices,students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a Great Place to Work for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?!* Itdoesn‘t have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Lead Clinician Location: Ashley Park School (Epsom) - Surrey KT18 7LR Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 dependent on experience- plus 3000 WelcomeBonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of 1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of 1,500upon completion of your final probation period. T&C‘s Apply) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent (Term timeonly,orflexibility aroundfull-time contractcan be discussed based on your personalcircumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Youruniqueskills andexpertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils.This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams.Creating anenvironment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education.Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England,Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for thechildren and young people we educatefor.OurAcornschoolsare there tomeet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for lifes important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools,enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. OurPromise WE LISTEN.We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER.To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE.To each other and for one another. Our Promise describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, worktogetherand behave. Itrepresentswhatstruly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day.It‘s the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Lead Clinician from an Occupational therapy or Speech and language therapy background to manage our in-house Clinical Team atAshley Park Schoolbased inSurrey.The postholder will work collaboratively with both the schools Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and theRegional Clinical Lead. The role will be split between clinically leading the team and holding a therapy caseload. Working collaboratively with the team, the postholder will deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plansfor our students who may present with complex profiles of needas a result of autism and other types of neurodivergence, developmental trauma and social,emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.Meeting the needs of EHCP plans will be a primary focus in this role,target led,via the OFG all, group and individual clinical ways of working, embedded into our clinical practice.They will alsobe responsible forcoordinating the line management of the members of the onsite clinical team and leading on the service development of the clinical school-based service, alongside the school SLT andRegional Clinical Lead. Our Clinical Teams helpmaintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting thepupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settingsmaintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them.We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking fora Lead Clinician who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of lifeandoutcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Ashley Park Surrey KT18 7LR Ashley Park Schoo l forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting young people aged 8 16 Education - Options Autism For further informationregarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Recognised degree in Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy Valid and up to date professional Registration & membership of professional body e.g. HCPC & RCOT Experience within the specialist client group; working with autistic individuals and/or those with complex needs Clear and concise report writing relating to clinical and research activities Experience of providing supervision and supporting a therapy team Ability to work independently Ability to work dynamically and within a growing and developing clinical service Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designatedspecialty preferred Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, soyoull get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits 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 servicesand physical health checks *Youll 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 Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We reserve the right to close vacancies early, pleasesubmit your application at the earliest opportunity. 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 applicantsas 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. Job Ref: #Leadclinician#Psychology #CareersinEducation#SpecialEducation#CareersinCare #CareersinSpecialEducation #Therapists #1

Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust (OHC&AT) is a family of specialist education providers for pupils and students from nursery to further education. We operate across academies and college centres in London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire. Supporting our academies and college, OHC&AT also operates learning support services, such as nursing and therapy, and a central business support team which includes HR, finance and IT. Pupils and students within the OHC&AT family have a wide range of learning abilities and additional needs. These include autistic spectrum disorder; speech, language and communication difficulties; social, emotional and mental health needs; profound and multiple learning disabilities; and physical disabilities including multi-sensory impairment and complex health conditions. We are seeking a skilled and proactive Capital and Fixed Asset Finance Business Partner to play a key role in ensuring the accurate recording and reporting of all fixed asset expenditure across both the College and the Trust. This pivotal position will support robust management accounts, statutory reporting, and external compliance requirements, providing clear, reliable financial insights that underpin effective decision-making. If you are detail-driven, collaborative, and motivated to contribute to a high-performing finance team within a values-led educational organisation, we invite you to join us. Key Responsibilities: • Ensure accurate recording, reconciliation, and reporting of all fixed asset and capital expenditure across the College & Academy Trust, supporting both management accounts and statutory reporting., • Prepare and maintain capital expenditure reports, project actuals vs budget, and annual summaries for Finance Board papers, ensuring timely submission of all required returns., • Manage and reconcile the fixed asset register, working closely with IT and Finance teams to ensure correct capitalisation, depreciation, disposals, and asset transfers., • Monitor and report capital funding allocations, highlighting risks, managing invoicing requirements, and supporting capital cashflow reporting., • Support internal and external audit processes, maintaining compliance with financial regulations, policies, and external reporting standards. Key Requirements: • Proven experience in finance, particularly in capital accounting or fixed asset management, ideally within an education or not-for-profit environment., • Strong technical skills in financial reporting, reconciliation, depreciation, and capital expenditure processes., • Excellent attention to detail with the ability to analyse data, identify risks, and ensure accuracy across financial records and systems., • Effective communication and partnership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with Finance, IT, Facilities, and external stakeholders., • Strong organisational abilities with experience meeting strict deadlines, managing multiple projects, and maintaining high standards of confidentiality and compliance. OHC&AT is an exciting, forward-thinking organisation, and we offer many benefits to attract and keep our staff, contributing towards maintaining and improving wellbeing, and encouraging our required behaviours, achievements, values, and skills. Below is just a selection of the benefits available to our employees: Rewards & Benefits: • Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment., • Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), both offering life cover and financial protection for your family., • Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme and Home Electronics Scheme), • Employee Wellbeing - We support employee wellbeing with access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave including Employee Assistance Programme, MyGym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme, • Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more), • Other (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme) Find out what makes OHC&AT a truly rewarding place to work - visit our ‘Work for us’ page to hear from our Chief Executive Officer, John Prior, and watch inspiring messages from students and parents about the difference our staff make every day. Working together to transform lives is what we do and across the whole organisation we have a range of experts and practitioners who advocate for children and young people with SEND to ensure they receive the best possible opportunities to achieve their full potential. As a large specialist education provider we employ over 1500 people across our schools, college and central support team. There is a wide range of job roles available, ranging from teaching and therapy to business support roles and significant career progression opportunities. It is an exciting time to be part of OHC&AT and we are keen to recruit talented people who can play a key role in realising our mission and who want to make a difference. In return, we offer training and development, competitive pay and benefits in a positive and inclusive working environment. We are committed to promoting and advancing equality of opportunity by attracting and retaining the most diverse range of students, staff and partners. Closing Date: 5th January 2026 Interviews will take place on: The Week Commencing 12th January 2026 Safeguarding Statement Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all.

Salary: Grade 6/SO1 £34,487 - £39,268 per annum Location: Copthall House, 9 The Pavement, Grove Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM1 1DA Working Pattern: 36 hours per week, Monday – Friday, all year round. 2 or 3 days per week at Copthall House and also supplier visits necessary. Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust (OHC&AT) is a family of specialist education providers for pupils and students from nursery to further education. We operate across academies and college centres in London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire. Supporting our academies and college, OHC&AT also operates learning support services, such as nursing and therapy, and a central business support team which includes HR, finance and IT. Pupils and students within the OHC&AT family have a wide range of learning abilities and additional needs. These include autistic spectrum disorder; speech, language and communication difficulties; social, emotional and mental health needs; profound and multiple learning disabilities; and physical disabilities including multi-sensory impairment and complex health conditions. We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic Procurement Team. In this pivotal role, you will help support the delivery of our Procurement Strategy through effective supplier relationship management, robust compliance reporting, and high-quality procurement support across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills, excellent stakeholder engagement abilities, and a genuine passion for procurement to make a real impact. If you are driven, detail-focused, and ready to take ownership within a growing and supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: • Lead supplier relationship management, including implementing SLAs/KPIs and conducting regular supplier performance review meetings., • Manage end-to-end procurement exercises (RFQs, tenders, benchmarking) in line with the Procurement Act 2023 and organisational procedures., • Provide accurate reporting and data analysis to support compliance, cost-saving identification, and strategic decision-making., • Maintain and optimise procurement systems, including e-tendering and contract management platforms, ensuring data accuracy and efficient processes., • Drive category management improvements, including ownership of the utilities category, purchase order scheduling, and delivering value-for-money outcomes. Key Requirements: • CIPS qualification (or working towards) with strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23)., • Proven experience leading supplier relationships and monitoring performance against SLAs and KPIs., • Strong analytical and reporting skills, able to interpret data and present insights confidently., • Excellent stakeholder engagement abilities, with the confidence to work across teams and build productive supplier relationships., • Proactive, reliable and adaptable, able to balance reactive tasks with planned work while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. OHC&AT is an exciting, forward-thinking organisation, and we offer many benefits to attract and keep our staff, contributing towards maintaining and improving wellbeing, and encouraging our required behaviours, achievements, values, and skills. Below is just a selection of the benefits available to our employees: Rewards & Benefits: • Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment., • Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), both offering life cover and financial protection for your family., • Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme and Home Electronics Scheme), • Employee Wellbeing - We support employee wellbeing with access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave including Employee Assistance Programme, MyGym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme, • Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more), • Other (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme) Find out what makes OHC&AT a truly rewarding place to work - visit our ‘Work for us’ page to hear from our Chief Executive Officer, John Prior, and watch inspiring messages from students and parents about the difference our staff make every day. Working together to transform lives is what we do and across the whole organisation we have a range of experts and practitioners who advocate for children and young people with SEND to ensure they receive the best possible opportunities to achieve their full potential. As a large specialist education provider we employ over 1500 people across our schools, college and central support team. There is a wide range of job roles available, ranging from teaching and therapy to business support roles and significant career progression opportunities. It is an exciting time to be part of OHC&AT and we are keen to recruit talented people who can play a key role in realising our mission and who want to make a difference. In return, we offer training and development, competitive pay and benefits in a positive and inclusive working environment. We are committed to promoting and advancing equality of opportunity by attracting and retaining the most diverse range of students, staff and partners. To ensure a fair opportunity for all applicants, candidates who have applied for this position in the past 6 months will not be considered. Closing Date: 19th December 2025 Interviews will take place on: The week commencing 5th January 2026 Safeguarding Statement Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all.