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Work Smarter. Live Better. Join the 4-Day Working Week! Job Title: Teacher Location: Crookhey Hall, Cockerham, LA2 0HA Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: March 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. 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, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join About the Role As Crookhey Hall School continues to grow, we are looking for a passionate and committed Teacher who wants more than a traditional classroom role. This is an opportunity to teach in a setting where relationships come first, creativity is encouraged, and every small success is celebrated. You’ll work with pupils with varied and complex needs in a nurturing, supportive environment where your work has real purpose and visible impact every day. Here, teaching is about connection, progress, and helping young people rediscover confidence in learning. Working closely with the Deputy Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will: • Deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and engages pupils, • Play an active role within a supportive and collaborative staff team, • Uphold professional standards while bringing your own creativity to the classroom, • Deliver the curriculum through creative, engaging and practical learning experiences, • Design lessons that spark curiosity and build confidence, • Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual needs What We’re Looking For — Essential Criteria We’re seeking a teacher who combines professional skill with empathy, resilience and enthusiasm. You will have: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), • A Full UK Driving Licence, • A strong belief that every pupil can succeed, • High-quality classroom practice and professional standards, • Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, • Experience working with pupils with SEMH and/or ASD, • A proactive, resilient approach and strong commitment to safeguarding, • Experience supporting young people from challenging backgrounds Crookhey Hall School is a specialist Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) school for boys and girls aged 10 to 17. Set in a 15-acre countryside site near Lancaster, we offer a calm and structured environment where pupils can grow in confidence, build self-esteem, and achieve their goals. We provide a tailored education experience that nurtures not only academic and vocational skills but also personal development and emotional wellbeing. Our dedicated team helps every pupil unlock their potential and prepare for a brighter, more independent future. 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 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. #1

Work Smarter. Live Better. Join the 4-Day Working Week! Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: Crookhey Hall School, Cockerham, Lancaster, LA2 0HA Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.00pm Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: March 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available 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, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG! About the Role At Crookhey Hall School, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive — to feel valued, understood, and capable of success. We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work alongside teachers in delivering high-quality education to pupils with a range of learning and behavioural needs. LSAs are vital in supporting classroom learning, promoting positive behaviour, and helping pupils access a broad and balanced curriculum. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, supporting pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development in a nurturing and inclusive environment. What You’ll Do • Support pupils in small groups and 1:1 to help them engage and succeed in lessons, • Assist teachers across a range of subjects and classroom activities, • Prepare engaging resources and displays to enhance learning, • Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and self-esteem, • Supervise and support pupils during breaks, lunchtimes, and transitions, • Maintain a purposeful, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment We’re seeking caring, patient, and adaptable individuals who are passionate about helping young people reach their potential. You’ll thrive if you’re resilient, calm under pressure, and a strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a team. Essential: • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C / 4 or above), • Basic IT skills and confidence with digital tools, • High expectations of pupil behaviour and achievement, • Experience in education, care, or support work, • Qualifications in Childcare, Education, or Social Care About Us Crookhey Hall School is a specialist SEMH school for boys and girls aged 10–17, set on a 15-acre countryside campus near Lancaster. We provide a structured, nurturing environment where pupils build confidence, self-esteem, and resilience. Small classes and personalised pathways support academic, vocational, and personal development. Our dedicated team helps pupils re-engage with learning and prepares them for independent, successful futures. 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 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. #1

Trainee Probation Officer Programme Training salary of £26,475 (during training), moving to £35,130 once in a qualified probation officer role. There is a London weighting allowance of £4,249 which is additional to these salaries. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. As a probation officer, you can change lives. Working with offenders in the community, in prisons and in courts - you’ll support them to get back on track and turn their lives around. You’ll also gain a professional qualification with our support, along with a competitive salary, generous leave and great training. What the role involves You’ll work as a probation services officer while you earn your qualification. Visiting prisons and attending courts, you’ll make interventions with offenders that enable them to understand their behaviour and want to change it. You’ll help them bring out their potential to build a more positive future and reduce the chance that they’ll reoffend. And you’ll take pride in helping to make our communities safer places. Growing your knowledge and skills with a mixture of theory and practical training, you’ll also work with victims of crime, colleagues across the criminal justice system, charities and the wider community. You’ll learn from different situations every day. After you’ve qualified, you’ll be able to apply to become a probation officer with opportunities to keep developing and growing your knowledge, and progress through structured career paths. Skills and experience Our people come from a variety of backgrounds, so there’s no single type of probation officer. To join, you’ll need emotional intelligence, resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure. You’ll also need to be the kind of person who can build rapport quickly and de-escalate potentially volatile situations. As well as being happy to self-manage, you should have passion for and commitment to your work. Excellent report-writing skills are also a must. Lastly, you should have some experience of working with people who’ve demonstrated challenging behaviour. It doesn’t matter whether its paid or voluntary – just that it involves the kind of behaviour we see from offenders. What you need to apply To apply, you’ll need a recognised Level 3 qualification or above, such as A level, access to higher educational diploma, advanced apprenticeship, applied general or AS level. It doesn’t matter what subject your Level 3 qualification is in. We offer different learning programmes dependant on the level of qualification you hold. These range from 15 months for Graduates with a level 5 qualification to 27 months for our non graduate programme. If your application is successful, we’ll assess your previous education in order to offer you the correct length of the programme – 15,21 or 27 months. What we offer You’ll receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme. Under the scheme you would make contributions of around 6.5% of the pay you receive, with employer contributions of around 29.6% of your pay. You’ll also be part of a supportive, diverse and friendly team environment, with support and guidance from your divisional training manager, your line manager and practice tutor throughout your studies.

Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with behavioural needs Assist in implementing behaviour support plans Support students in managing emotions and developing self-regulation skills Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies Help de-escalate

Key responsibilities include: Supporting pupils with SEMH needs through positive behaviour strategies Delivering and supporting PE / sports sessions (indoor and outdoor) Building strong, professional relationships with students Supporting learning in the classroom as a Teaching Assistant Helping st

Behaviour Support Worker Location: Preston Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm Pay: £95-£110 per day Start Date: February We are looking for a Teaching Assistant / Behaviour Support Worker for a brilliant SEMH provision in Preston.You will be working in

Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs* Support children with SEMH, behavioural, or learning needs* Promote positive behaviour strategies in line with school policy* Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO* Help pupils build confidence, resilience, and independenc

Key Responsibilities: Lead shifts, handovers, and team meetings Supervise and mentor Residential Support Workers Maintain up-to-date care documentation (risk assessments, care and behaviour plans) Participate in LAC reviews, PEP meetings, and multi-agency discussions Produce clear and accurate repor

Job Description Behaviour Mentor - Specialist Provision ?? Leyland, Lancashire?? Full-Time | Term Time Only | ASAP Start?? £100 - £115 per day We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Behaviour Mentor to support children and young people with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs within a specialist

A leading educational support provider is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Assistant in Preston. The role offers full-time hours, supporting children with challenging behaviour through effective strategies. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on pupils' lives in a supportive sch