Job Title: SEN Teacher - Maternity Cover
Location: Willow Park School, Milton Keynes, MK14 6LJ
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday
Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Fixed Term, Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
A Word from our Headteacher
'Teach where it counts. At Willow Park School, Milton Keynes, you'll help young people with SEMH needs rediscover what they're capable of. Smaller classes, proper support, and trauma informed training that helps you grow as a teacher where it really matters - This is the job you got into teaching to do.'
About the Role
At Willow Park School, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive. We support pupils aged 9–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated SEND, many of whom have faced significant challenges in their education journey. Through a trauma-informed, relational and multidisciplinary approach, we help pupils rebuild confidence, develop resilience and rediscover a love of learning.
We are looking for an inspiring Humanities Teacher to deliver History, Geography and Religious Studies across Key Stages 3 and 4. This is more than a teaching role – it is an opportunity to spark curiosity, broaden horizons and help young people understand the world around them. You will play a key part in empowering pupils to overcome barriers, achieve success and realise their potential.
What You'll Be Doing
Deliver engaging and inclusive Humanities lessons tailored to individual needs and EHCP outcomes.
Create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment where pupils can thrive.
Use trauma-informed and relational approaches to promote engagement, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
Monitor, assess and track progress, using data to inform teaching and celebrate achievement.
Develop pupils' literacy, communication and critical thinking skills across the Humanities curriculum.
Prepare pupils for examinations and accredited qualifications at Key Stage 4.
Work closely with Teaching Assistants, the SENCo, clinical colleagues and the wider Inclusion Team.
Build positive relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.
Contribute to curriculum development and whole-school improvement initiatives.
Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and professional practice.
What You Will Bring
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
Strong subject knowledge across Humanities disciplines.
The ability to deliver ambitious, engaging and well-structured lessons.
High expectations for all pupils, balanced with empathy, patience and understanding.
A commitment to trauma-informed practice and inclusive education.
A genuine belief that every young person can succeed, regardless of their starting point.
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
A strong commitment to safeguarding, professional integrity and continuous development.
Experience working with pupils with SEMH and SEND would be advantageous, but most importantly, we are seeking a resilient, reflective and passionate teacher who is committed to making a lasting difference. If you are motivated by the opportunity to transform lives through education and help young people build brighter futures, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
Willow Park School is a brand-new specialist school in Milton Keynes for young people aged 9–16 with a range of complex needs. Our aim is simple: to equip every child with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed in the future. Through a therapeutic educational approach, supported by specialist facilities and an experienced team, we help students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH), communication, interaction, and associated challenging behaviours to flourish in a safe and nurturing environment.
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 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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.
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Salary description
£43000.00 - £43000.00 per year