Construction & Horticulture Teacher

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds?

We are seeking a motivated and inspiring Construction & Horticulture Teacher to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.

Applications will be considered from main pay scale and UPS candidates.

What you’ll be doing as a Construction & Horticulture Teacher:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging vocational and outdoor learning
• Support strong pupil progress through inclusive teaching
• Lead Forest School (Y3–Y11) and Outdoor Learning provision
• Manage Duke of Edinburgh Award programme
• Plan, assess, and deliver accredited vocational courses
• Organise practical learning, trips, and expeditions
• Maintain safe, effective learning environments
• Manage resources, facilities, and subject development
• Monitor teaching quality and pupil outcomes
• Support pupil wellbeing as a form tutor
• Collaborate with staff and contribute to school improvement
• Uphold school values, policies, and safeguarding responsibilities

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent qualification/experience
• A relevant qualification or demonstrable experience in Construction, Horticulture, or a related vocational field
• Commitment to working towards Open Awards delivery qualifications (if not already held – training available)
• Willingness to undertake Forest School Leader training (if not already qualified)
• Forest School Level 3 qualification (desirable)
• Assessor/Internal Verifier qualifications (e.g. TAQA, A1 or equivalent) (desirable)
• Outdoor education or Duke of Edinburgh training/qualification (desirable)
• First Aid qualification (particularly outdoor/paediatric) (desirable)

Why join us?

• Annual salary reviews and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and dedicated team of professionals.
• A rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference to children's lives.

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

As a Construction & Horticulture Teacher you will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous life cover

Who are we?

Opened in 2015, Arc School Old Arley is an independent special day school situated within a rural village near Nuneaton, affording children and young people the opportunity to take part in a range of activities within the local community. The spacious school environment is bright and welcoming with a variety of different learning spaces inside and outside

Our school has a particular focus on taking learning outside the classroom into the grounds and community beyond and working in partnership with other organisations to enrich opportunities for children and young people.

Arc School Old Arley is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. Our recruitment process is robust and vetting procedures will include online searches for information that is publicly available and requires a criminal record self-disclosure to be completed by shortlisted candidates.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The successful applicant will be appointed subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are Disability Confident committed and will make reasonable adjustments to support disabled candidates during the application process.

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