SEN Teacher - Mathematics

St Helen's Metropolitan Borough Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Bank School, an SEMH provision in St Helens, seeks a passionate Maths teacher dedicated to pupil engagement and progression. The successful candidate will work with small class sizes, ensuring that each pupil's special educational needs are met. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the lives of young learners in a supportive and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Mathematics at secondary level.
• Experience with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is desirable.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging sessions for mixed ability classes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that pupils' special educational needs are addressed in line with their individual EHCP.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons for mixed ability classes of approximately 8 pupils.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to personalize learning.

Skills

Engagement

Creativity

Flexibility

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Would you relish the opportunity to teach in a highly inclusive and innovative establishment? We believe Willow Bank School is a centre of best practice for personal development, pastoral care and teaching and learning. We require a dynamic, committed, and hardworking teacher to join us who is passionate about pupil engagement and progression. Willow Bank School is an SEMH provision for pupils aged 8 - 16.

We are seeking a Maths teacher who has high expectations and is committed to helping pupils to become confident, secure and happy learners. We welcome applications from subject specialisms in Mathematics and IT. Experience in teaching at secondary level, with experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) is desirable. The ability to plan and deliver engaging sessions for mixed ability classes of approximately 8 pupils is essential.

The successful candidate will be expected to ensure that pupils' special educational needs are being addressed in line with the pupil's individual EHCP whilst having due regard for the school's philosophy and policies.

This exciting post requires a conscientious and energetic team player. You can be part of a team which believes that every day is a fresh opportunity to succeed. Working with smaller class sizes, you will get to know each pupil well, have the capacity to fully personalise learning, and be encouraged to practice creativity in your pedagogical approaches to nurture our pupils' natural curiosity.

If you are a passionate and outstanding teacher, are flexible, imaginative and enthusiastic, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to shape the lives of young people in St Helens.
In April 2022, Ofsted judged Willow Bank School as "Good".

School Visits: 2pm Wednesday 4th June and 2pm Thursday 5th June 2025 A visit to the school is strongly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Rachel Savage (School Business Manager) on 01744 678745.

To apply for this role, please go to the job vacancies section of St Helens Council website (www.sthelens.gov.uk) and complete the online application form.

We encourage applicants to include a covering letter which outlines how you meet the requirements detailed in the person specification.

Please email supporting cover letters, addressed to the Headteacher, to [e-mail] and attach a copy to your online application form.

Willow Bank School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Section Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.

Closing date: 8:30am Monday 9th June 2025
Shortlisting: Tuesday 10th June 2025
Prospective Interview date: Tuesday 17th June 2025