PE Teacher

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first.

That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join .

Job Title: PE Teacher
Location: Willow Park School, Milton Keynes, MK14 6LJ
Salary: £39,000 - £42,000 per annum depending on experience ( not pro rata )
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: February 2026
UK applicants only - this role does not offer sponsorship

At Willow Park School, relationships come first.

We believe that lasting learning begins with trust, safety, and connection. Our calm, nurturing environment helps every young person feel secure enough to take the next steps in their learning and personal growth.

As a PE Teacher, you will create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for pupils with complex needs. Our facilities and experienced team enable young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, communication and interaction differences, and associated challenging behaviour to thrive.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and resilient PE Teacher who is passionate about promoting physical health, wellbeing, and personal development in pupils with SEMH needs. You will deliver a creative and inclusive PE curriculum that inspires engagement, builds confidence, and supports emotional regulation.

You will also collaborate closely with the therapeutic team to integrate physical activity into wider behaviour and wellbeing strategies, and have the opportunity to lead enrichment activities, outdoor learning, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, individualised PE lessons aligned to EHCP targets and pupil needs
• Adapt lessons to ensure measurable outcomes for pupils with diverse learning profiles
• Promote physical activity as a tool for improving mental health, emotional regulation, and confidence
• Develop innovative approaches to engage pupils who may have experienced trauma or disrupted education
• Lead and deliver the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme, supporting pupils to achieve their awards
• Work collaboratively with teaching, support, and therapeutic teams to enhance pupil wellbeing
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and school standards are consistently met
• Contribute to whole-school initiatives, enrichment activities, and outdoor learning opportunities

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in Physical Education
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs or in alternative provision (or a strong willingness to learn)
• Excellent behaviour management skills and a trauma-informed approach
• Ability to adapt lessons to meet individual needs and deliver positive outcomes
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Desirable

• Experience delivering the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme
• Knowledge of therapeutic approaches
• Experience in outdoor education or sports coaching beyond traditional PE
• First Aid qualification

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 Acorn Education?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to 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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

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.