Outcomes First Group
Ticehurst, Sussex
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 . Job Title: Family Liaison Officer (FLO) / Attendance Support Location: Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, East Sussex, TN5 7EL Salary: Up to £31,500.00 per annum dependent on experience ( not pro rata ) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (including one 5:00 pm finish) Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start: February 2026 UK applicants only - this role does not offer sponsorship At Bricklehurst Manor School, we believe that strong relationships between school and home are key to every child's success. We're looking for a passionate, proactive, and empathetic Family Liaison Officer / Attendance Support professional to join our friendly, dedicated team and make a lasting impact in our thriving school community. This is a truly rewarding role where you'll help families overcome challenges, support children to flourish, and ensure every pupil is fully engaged and thriving in their education. About the Role As our Family Liaison Officer, you'll be the vital link between home and school - offering practical guidance, emotional support, and advocacy for families who may be facing challenges. You'll work collaboratively with pupils, staff, and external agencies to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and ready to achieve their full potential. This is more than a job - it's a chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of our pupils and families every single day. Your Key Responsibilities Build trusted relationships with families to promote positive engagement with Bricklehurst Manor School Act as the main point of contact for families needing advice, guidance, or support Identify and address barriers affecting attendance and wellbeing, creating tailored plans of action Liaise professionally with external agencies such as Social Care, NSPCC, Early Intervention Teams, Police, Housing, and Health Services Carry out home visits when required and maintain regular communication with families Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, ensuring coordinated and effective support for pupils Support senior leaders in identifying and addressing attendance concerns or patterns of absence Monitor and review pupil progress, attendance, and wellbeing data to inform interventions Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), keeping safeguarding knowledge and training current Maintain accurate and confidential records, including case studies, reports, and referrals Who We're Looking For We're seeking a compassionate, confident communicator who thrives on helping others and building strong, positive relationships. You'll be someone who genuinely cares about making a difference - not just for pupils, but for their families and the wider school community too. You will bring: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths Experience supporting children, young people, or families in a school or community setting A strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and child protection procedures The ability to work collaboratively with teachers, families, and multi-agency professionals Excellent organisational and communication skills with a calm, empathetic approach A proactive, solution-focused mindset and a genuine passion for helping children succeed At Bricklehurst Manor, you'll be part of a close-knit, forward-thinking team that values creativity, wellbeing, and collaboration. This isn't just a teaching job - it's a chance to help build something extraordinary from the ground up. About the School Bricklehurst Manor School is a brand-new, co-educational SEMH school located in Wadhurst, East Sussex, for pupils aged 11-16. The school will cater for up to 60 pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated additional needs. This is a unique opportunity to join the school at its inception, helping to shape the culture, ethos, and learning environment. With small class sizes and a strong focus on personalised support, Bricklehurst Manor School provides a nurturing, inclusive setting where every pupil can build confidence, resilience, and achieve their full potential. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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.
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 . Job Title: Family Liaison Officer (FLO) / Attendance Support Location: Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, East Sussex, TN5 7EL Salary: Up to £31,500.00 per annum dependent on experience ( not pro rata ) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (including one 5:00 pm finish) Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start: February 2026 UK applicants only - this role does not offer sponsorship At Bricklehurst Manor School, we believe that strong relationships between school and home are key to every child's success. We're looking for a passionate, proactive, and empathetic Family Liaison Officer / Attendance Support professional to join our friendly, dedicated team and make a lasting impact in our thriving school community. This is a truly rewarding role where you'll help families overcome challenges, support children to flourish, and ensure every pupil is fully engaged and thriving in their education. About the Role As our Family Liaison Officer, you'll be the vital link between home and school - offering practical guidance, emotional support, and advocacy for families who may be facing challenges. You'll work collaboratively with pupils, staff, and external agencies to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and ready to achieve their full potential. This is more than a job - it's a chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of our pupils and families every single day. Your Key Responsibilities Build trusted relationships with families to promote positive engagement with Bricklehurst Manor School Act as the main point of contact for families needing advice, guidance, or support Identify and address barriers affecting attendance and wellbeing, creating tailored plans of action Liaise professionally with external agencies such as Social Care, NSPCC, Early Intervention Teams, Police, Housing, and Health Services Carry out home visits when required and maintain regular communication with families Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, ensuring coordinated and effective support for pupils Support senior leaders in identifying and addressing attendance concerns or patterns of absence Monitor and review pupil progress, attendance, and wellbeing data to inform interventions Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), keeping safeguarding knowledge and training current Maintain accurate and confidential records, including case studies, reports, and referrals Who We're Looking For We're seeking a compassionate, confident communicator who thrives on helping others and building strong, positive relationships. You'll be someone who genuinely cares about making a difference - not just for pupils, but for their families and the wider school community too. You will bring: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths Experience supporting children, young people, or families in a school or community setting A strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and child protection procedures The ability to work collaboratively with teachers, families, and multi-agency professionals Excellent organisational and communication skills with a calm, empathetic approach A proactive, solution-focused mindset and a genuine passion for helping children succeed At Bricklehurst Manor, you'll be part of a close-knit, forward-thinking team that values creativity, wellbeing, and collaboration. This isn't just a teaching job - it's a chance to help build something extraordinary from the ground up. About the School Bricklehurst Manor School is a brand-new, co-educational SEMH school located in Wadhurst, East Sussex, for pupils aged 11-16. The school will cater for up to 60 pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated additional needs. This is a unique opportunity to join the school at its inception, helping to shape the culture, ethos, and learning environment. With small class sizes and a strong focus on personalised support, Bricklehurst Manor School provides a nurturing, inclusive setting where every pupil can build confidence, resilience, and achieve their full potential. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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.
Ada, National College for Digital Skills
Welcome to Ada! At Ada National College for Digital Skills, our mission is to educate and empower the next generation of diverse digital talent. Through the quality of education we deliver, the depth of our industry partnerships and focus on diversity, we are changing the face of the tech sector, expanding the talent pipeline and transforming lives. We are a specialist Further Education college, where every 16-19 student takes Computer Science and all of our diverse Higher Level and Degree Apprentices work in skills shortage disciplines in innovative, blue-chip companies. The digital skills gap is costing the UK economy an estimated £63 billion a year in lost GDP. Ada seeks to fill this skills gap by equipping young with the skills industry actually needs. Ada was announced by the Prime Minister in December 2014; England s first new FE College since 1993 and since then we ve gone from strength to strength including a Good with Outstanding features in our first Ofsted Inspection. 16-19 Provision: As of 2024, we have -19 students enrolled. Our most recent results are outstanding; 39% of A level results at A - B and 74% achieving at least one Distinction or better in their externally assessed Computing BTEC. This makes us the best education institution in the country for this BTEC Job Description. Post Title: Outreach and Recruitment Officer Type of role: Full time,( fixed term one-year contract) Reporting to: Senior Outreach and Recruitment manager Annual Salary: £30,000 to 33,000 Holidays: 27 days per annum (with 3 additional days added to cover the Christmas and New Year closure days) Location: Victoria Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (flexible), with evenings and weekends as necessary Key responsibilities of this role include: Promote Ada at outreach events (careers fairs, assemblies, workshops) with the aim of maximising applications Engage and network with school contacts to ensure growth of Ada s active contacts in outreach database Management and updating of the school database to support outreach communications Assist with event planning, administration and delivery including Outreach events, Careers Fairs, Open Days, School visits to Ada and Keep Warm events (This will involve commitment on some weekends and evenings during busy times) Support the administration of the Sixth Form application process when needed, including: dealing with enquiries to the inbox and on the phone in a timely manner, sending application communications including invitations for assessment, offers and enrollment paperwork, data entry and keeping accurate records of all applicants and their information within the customer relationship management tools (Salesforce) Support role in the preparation and administration of Lift-off days Accurate record keeping of offer letters sent / accepted, of attendance at Lift-off days and keep-warm events Administration and processing of students enrolments on GCSE results days and afterwards Keeping accurate records, inputting data into Ada s systems and exporting relevant information to produce reports and dashboards for the team Assist with wider college events Assist with tasks and administration in the wider teams including Reception and Front-of -house, facilities and External Relations. Key competencies You are a confident public speaker You have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences You have excellent communication skills including written and verbal, both face to face and on the phone You are willing to work flexibly, where necessary outside of normal working hours, and to travel around London, as necessary for the role You are accurate with excellent attention to detail You are a confident user of technology and productivity tools such as calendars, spreadsheets, trackers and databases You are able to cope with a varied workload, to prioritise effectively and to meet deadlines You enjoy being part of a hard-working, target driven team focused on offering life-changing opportunities to young people with an interest in technology You address issues and challenges proactively and can work with a diverse range of people to achieve your goals Desirable Do you have experience working in administration, admissions or outreach? Are you a confident user of Microsoft Office and/or Google suite? Do you have experience of using a CRM system (Salesforce)? Do you have experience in customer service with a track record of excellence? Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Any job offer will be conditional on various, appropriate, pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and Barred List Check, having the legal right to work in the UK and having satisfactory overseas criminal records checks, if deemed necessary, and supportive references. Equal opportunities Ada. National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the College s commitment to equality and diversity: To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity; To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community. To ensure that all employees and prospective employees of the College are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender reassignment, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction; To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation; To promote good relations between individuals from different groups. Applicants with disabilities Ada. National College for Digital Skills is keen to increase the number of disabled people it employs. We therefore encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please email the HR Team. Sponsorship We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so can only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work and remain in the United Kingdom. How to apply for the role Please submit your CV and a supporting cover letter outlining your interest in the role and the relevant experience you may have. Closing date: Monday 20th October 2025 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, as they are received, and we may decide to stop accepting applications before this date, so early applications are recommended. Good luck with your application.
Welcome to Ada! At Ada National College for Digital Skills, our mission is to educate and empower the next generation of diverse digital talent. Through the quality of education we deliver, the depth of our industry partnerships and focus on diversity, we are changing the face of the tech sector, expanding the talent pipeline and transforming lives. We are a specialist Further Education college, where every 16-19 student takes Computer Science and all of our diverse Higher Level and Degree Apprentices work in skills shortage disciplines in innovative, blue-chip companies. The digital skills gap is costing the UK economy an estimated £63 billion a year in lost GDP. Ada seeks to fill this skills gap by equipping young with the skills industry actually needs. Ada was announced by the Prime Minister in December 2014; England s first new FE College since 1993 and since then we ve gone from strength to strength including a Good with Outstanding features in our first Ofsted Inspection. 16-19 Provision: As of 2024, we have -19 students enrolled. Our most recent results are outstanding; 39% of A level results at A - B and 74% achieving at least one Distinction or better in their externally assessed Computing BTEC. This makes us the best education institution in the country for this BTEC Job Description. Post Title: Outreach and Recruitment Officer Type of role: Full time,( fixed term one-year contract) Reporting to: Senior Outreach and Recruitment manager Annual Salary: £30,000 to 33,000 Holidays: 27 days per annum (with 3 additional days added to cover the Christmas and New Year closure days) Location: Victoria Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (flexible), with evenings and weekends as necessary Key responsibilities of this role include: Promote Ada at outreach events (careers fairs, assemblies, workshops) with the aim of maximising applications Engage and network with school contacts to ensure growth of Ada s active contacts in outreach database Management and updating of the school database to support outreach communications Assist with event planning, administration and delivery including Outreach events, Careers Fairs, Open Days, School visits to Ada and Keep Warm events (This will involve commitment on some weekends and evenings during busy times) Support the administration of the Sixth Form application process when needed, including: dealing with enquiries to the inbox and on the phone in a timely manner, sending application communications including invitations for assessment, offers and enrollment paperwork, data entry and keeping accurate records of all applicants and their information within the customer relationship management tools (Salesforce) Support role in the preparation and administration of Lift-off days Accurate record keeping of offer letters sent / accepted, of attendance at Lift-off days and keep-warm events Administration and processing of students enrolments on GCSE results days and afterwards Keeping accurate records, inputting data into Ada s systems and exporting relevant information to produce reports and dashboards for the team Assist with wider college events Assist with tasks and administration in the wider teams including Reception and Front-of -house, facilities and External Relations. Key competencies You are a confident public speaker You have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences You have excellent communication skills including written and verbal, both face to face and on the phone You are willing to work flexibly, where necessary outside of normal working hours, and to travel around London, as necessary for the role You are accurate with excellent attention to detail You are a confident user of technology and productivity tools such as calendars, spreadsheets, trackers and databases You are able to cope with a varied workload, to prioritise effectively and to meet deadlines You enjoy being part of a hard-working, target driven team focused on offering life-changing opportunities to young people with an interest in technology You address issues and challenges proactively and can work with a diverse range of people to achieve your goals Desirable Do you have experience working in administration, admissions or outreach? Are you a confident user of Microsoft Office and/or Google suite? Do you have experience of using a CRM system (Salesforce)? Do you have experience in customer service with a track record of excellence? Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Any job offer will be conditional on various, appropriate, pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and Barred List Check, having the legal right to work in the UK and having satisfactory overseas criminal records checks, if deemed necessary, and supportive references. Equal opportunities Ada. National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the College s commitment to equality and diversity: To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity; To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community. To ensure that all employees and prospective employees of the College are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender reassignment, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction; To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation; To promote good relations between individuals from different groups. Applicants with disabilities Ada. National College for Digital Skills is keen to increase the number of disabled people it employs. We therefore encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please email the HR Team. Sponsorship We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so can only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work and remain in the United Kingdom. How to apply for the role Please submit your CV and a supporting cover letter outlining your interest in the role and the relevant experience you may have. Closing date: Monday 20th October 2025 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, as they are received, and we may decide to stop accepting applications before this date, so early applications are recommended. Good luck with your application.
