Willow Grove Primary School
Willow Grove
Ashton in Makerfield
WN4 8XF
Qualified Teacher Pay Scale Plus SEN 1
Full Time
Required for October 2025 or earlier (ideally)
The Headteacher and Governors at Willow Grove Primary School are looking to recruit two highly motivated, energetic and passionate teachers to join our school. At Willow Grove, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential.
Our specialist school caters to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). This is a tremendous opportunity for either a specialist or mainstream teacher with a proven record in school for supporting children with behaviour that can be challenging. Willow Grove Primary School has adopted strong attachment and trauma-informed practices (ATP) as the basis for working with its pupils and we are looking to further develop our team with staff who have knowledge in this area.
About the Role
* We are looking for two enthusiastic Teachers who can:
* Plan, deliver and assess tailored lessons to meet the diverse needs of pupils with SEN.
* Create a trauma informed safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment.
* Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, parents/carers, and external agencies.
* Monitor pupil progress and adapt strategies as necessary.
Personal Qualities
* The ideal candidate will have:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
* Experience working with children with SEN (school-based or other relevant settings).
* Strong behaviour management and differentiation skills.
* A patient, empathetic and resilient approach to teaching.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
The interview will consist of 20-minute Observation/Presentation/Interview on 10th July 2025. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. There is a visit scheduled for the 25th June at 2.00pm or you can contact the school to arrange an alternative date/time.
If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 727717 E-mail: Enquiries@admin.willowgrove.wigan.sch.uk
Interview date: Thursday 10th July 2025
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.
The employer is committed to safeguarding
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