Class Teacher

Willow Grove Primary School

Willow Grove

Ashton in Makerfield

WN4 8XF

Qualified teacher Pay Scale

Full Time

Temporary until April 2027

Required for April 2026.

The Headteacher and Governors at Willow Grove Primary School are looking to recruit a highly motivated, energetic and passionate teacher to join our school for maternity cover. 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 a teacher 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.

Please note this is a temporary contract for maternity cover. The interview will consist of 20-minute Observation/Presentation/Interview. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

There is a group visit scheduled for 10th March 2026 please contact enquiries@admin.willowgrove.wigan.sch.uk to book your place on the visit.

At Willow Grove Primary School, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and adhere to the schools child protection policies and procedures.

All candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK and comply with the Immigrations, Asylum and Nationality Act regulations. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome. This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore Exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email of the interview arrangements. Please ensure your correct email address is provided on your application.

In line with recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates are also required to complete a self-declaration of any criminal records or information that would make you unsuitable to work with children.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 727717

Interview date: 30/03/2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.

The employer is committed to safeguarding.

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