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Salary: MPS/UPS (plus SEN allowance)
Job type: Full Time, Permanent
Start date: September 2026, or sooner if available
Apply by: 5 May 2026

Job overview

Inspire. Educate. Empower.

Willow Bank School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Teacher to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.

Our school is a day maintained special school for children with social, emotional and mental health difficulties in the borough of St Helens, Merseyside. We cater for 65 young people from Year 4 to Year 11. We are a highly inclusive and innovative establishment. We believe Willow Bank is a centre of best practice for behaviour management, pastoral care and teaching and learning.

We are seeking an SEMH 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 ICT, Computing and Vocational Studies. 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.

We are looking for someone who:

  • 📖 Has a passion for teaching and learning

  • 🤝 Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues

  • 🎯 Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all

  • 🎨 Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom

  • 👥 Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life

How To Apply:

•        Complete the online application form through the job vacancies section of the St Helens Council website: St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Job Information | Apply for SEMH Teacher

•        You must also submit a letter of application, no more than two A4 sides in length, in which you exemplify how you demonstrate the skills, knowledge and qualities outlined in the person specification for our Teaching position. Please attach a copy of your application letter as a supporting document on the St Helens Council online application form.

Applications will only be accepted from candidates completing the appropriate application form. Please complete all sections of the application form as clearly and fully as possible. CVs will not be accepted in place of a completed application form. References may be requested prior to interview following shortlisting.