Food and Nutrition Teacher and Learning Centre Coach - Full-time

OneSchool Global UK, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-6104-85T
• Posted:27/11/2025
• Pay:OSG LF M1 £35,430 to UP3 £54,065
• Start Date:5 January 2026 - ASAP
• App Close Date:10/12/2025 at 23:00
• Interviews:Week Commencing 15 Dec 2025

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JOB PURPOSE

• To ensure high quality teaching, effective use of resources and the highest standards of care, learning and achievement for all students.
• To ensure documented lesson plans are delivered to meet the outcomes as set out in the relevant OneSchool Global UK (OSGUK) Food and Nutrition curriculum and the relevant GCSE Examination Board specifications.
• Support the development of a vibrant Food and Nutrition programme for students from KS3-KS5.
• To ensure students in Food lessons develop a strong understanding of food preparation and nutrition and an environmental awareness.
• Ensure the Self-Directed Learning philosophy of the school is presented in an age-appropriate manner to all students.
• To equip students with the transferable skills of time management, research, IT and problem solving.
• To facilitate high quality learning in the Learning Centre and other learning environments, ensuring the highest standards of learning, behaviour and achievement for all pupils.
• The role of Learning Centre Coach is to work alongside teaching colleagues, under the direction of the Campus Principal and SLT, as a lead coach, mentoring students to facilitate them becoming self-directed learners.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• To plan, implement and monitor schemes of work, lesson plans and student Self Directed Learning assignments for your subject. Each lesson plan is to indicate which outcomes will be addressed in the lesson and what resources will be used, in line with the OSG UK subject curriculum
• Be familiar with all relevant Examination Board syllabus documents and the OSG UK subject curriculum and ensure that they are followed and complied with
• To ensure the Self-Directed Learning philosophy of the school is present in the opportunities presented to the students
• To develop and fully utilise assignments and tasks centred on the school virtual learning environment (Canvas) including homework, quizzes and discussion forums
• To teach engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire and transform student attainment.
• To plan effectively to meet the needs of students with Special Educational Needs and in collaboration with the SEND team, prepare, implement, monitor and review Individual Learning Plans (ILP) and ensure that the lesson plan delivers what the ILP requires, primarily through differentiation.
• Use a wide range of resources to provide students with a broad range of activities and experiences in keeping with the school’s guidelines
• To set targets, based on prior attainments, and undertake effective, informative marking which will extend and develop all students
• To keep appropriate records of progress and attainment of students for use in planning and for reporting accordingly to parents
• Develop and maintain links with students, parents, colleagues, line manager, Campus Principal and OSG UK subject curriculum leader
• Working in conjunction with line manager and Campus Principal to ensure best possible potential outcome for each individual student
• To set high expectations for student behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline in the classroom and the learning centre, in line with the OSGUK Behaviour Management Policy, based on mutual respect and personal responsibility to ensure students are provided with a well-rounded education in a safe and happy, supportive environment.

Information about the school

OneSchool UK is part of the OneSchool Global network, one of the most extensive and progress networks of schools and educational support services in the world with 126 campuses across 20 countries.

OneSchool Global UK Maidstone Campus (formerly Focus School Linton Park Campus) is an independent, all-through, co-educational, non-selective school for children aged 7-18. It has a strong Christian ethos and there are 195 pupils on its roll. Linton Park is situated in Maidstone, Kent. The school was established on its current site in 2008 in purpose-built accommodation, which has been further developed since including a new state-of-the-art Learning Centre for Primary students.

Why should I work at OneSchool Global UK Maidstone Campus? Modern, cutting-edge facilities in bright, clean, fully resourced, purpose-built accommodation. Friendly, supportive working environment with a real sense of family. Professionally supportive structure which gives a sense of value and purpose to every member of staff whatever their role, enabling meaningful continual professional development. Beautiful setting in the leafy Kent countryside with easy access routes to London and the rest of the UK. Students who value a top-class education and are engaged and interested in lessons, wrapped around by a parent and wider community group who appreciate the efforts of their staff. In a national Education Picture where teachers often feel as if they are painting walls, a chance to create an educational work of art where there is time, space and opportunity to work on the fine detail. Focus Learning Trust was established as a registered charity in 2003 for the advancement of education, primarily providing leadership and support to its network of 23 UK, non-selective, independent schools which are registered as schools with a religious character, following the national curriculum.

We are part of the OneSchool Global network – one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9000 students are benefiting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods.

In April 2019, the entire OneSchool entity rebranded globally, hence our new look and our name change from Focus School to OneSchool Global UK. This better reflects our teaching and learning strategy and makes us truly one global school.

Campus Principal: Mrs Keryn van der Westhuizen

Number of Campus Staff: 28

Number of Students: 169

Vision & Values:

“A global education ecosystem that develops life-ready students who learn how to learn.”

In coming to this school each student, parent and staff member shall uphold the values of the School:

Integrity - uprightness and honesty; Care and Compassion – kindness, consideration and generosity to the whole community; Respect – for all people, property, opinions and those in authority; Responsibility – for our actions, progress and the environment; Commitment – to self-discipline and the pursuit of excellence.

If you would like to arrange a visit to the campus or an informal conversation regarding the role please contact Keryn Westhuizen- Campus Principal- keryn.westhuizen@uk.oneschoolglobal.com

For further information relating to the Campus, or for more information about OneSchool Global UK please visit: OneSchool Global UK Employment Opportunities - OneSchool Global or follow us on LinkedIn.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Ms Sophie Wells
• Address:Heath Road, Maidstone, Kent , ME17 4HT
• Telephone: 03000 700507
• Email: maidstone@uk.oneschoolglobal.com