About the role
About this Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a Maths Teacher who is passionate about making a genuine difference to young people who may require a more personalised, nurturing and therapeutic approach to education.
You will join a dedicated team committed to creating positive learning experiences and improving outcomes for pupils who may have experienced barriers to education. You will teach English across KS2, KS3 and KS4, adapting the curriculum and your teaching style to meet individual needs, while helping pupils develop confidence, independence and recognised qualifications.
Experience with SEN and managing complex behaviours and needs is crucial to the success of the role
ABOUT REDBOURN PARK
Redbourn Park is a specialist organisation supporting children and young people with complex needs, particularly autism, trauma, and social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. We exist for pupils who have often struggled elsewhere and need more than standard education can offer. Our work brings together education, therapy, care, and leadership under one clear purpose: to create safe, consistent environments where children can regulate, learn, and succeed. We are values-driven, relational in our approach, and uncompromising on standards. Empathy matters here—but so does accountability, structure, and doing what we say we will do. Everyone at Redbourn Park, regardless of role, shares responsibility for modelling calm, professionalism, and ambition. We believe people thrive when expectations are clear, relationships are strong, and purpose is shared—and that belief shapes how we work with pupils, families, and each other every day.
Key responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging, accessible and differentiated Math lessons across KS2, KS3 and KS4.
Adapt teaching strategies and resources to meet the individual SEN, SEMH and learning needs of pupils.
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, supporting emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour.
Create a calm, structured and inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel safe and able to learn.
Monitor and assess pupil progress, contributing to individual learning plans, targets and reviews.
Work closely with colleagues, SEN professionals, pastoral teams and support staff to provide consistent, holistic support.
Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience and a positive attitude towards learning.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for an Math Teacher who combines strong subject knowledge with a genuine understanding of the needs of pupils who may struggle within a mainstream educational environment.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
Relevant experience or qualifications for the role
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to manage workload, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines
Positive work ethic, modelling professionalism, resilience, and ambition for both colleagues and pupils.
Desirable:
Personal Attributes
A passionate, energetic educator who brings ambition and creativity to every lesson.
Someone with experience working with children and young people with complex needs, who sees challenges as opportunities for growth.
An empathetic yet aspirational professional, able to balance compassion with high expectations.
A forward-thinking individual who embraces new ideas and isn’t afraid to challenge traditional approaches.
An advocate for pupils who struggle with mainstream education, ready to champion their voice and potential.
A resilient team player who thrives in a demanding, rewarding environment and values strong relationships.
What we offer
Redbourn Park is a place where your talent is recognised, your development is prioritised, and your impact is celebrated. We believe in investing in our staff and creating a culture where everyone can flourish.
Small class sizes
Clear expectations and support to do the job well
Opportunities for development and progression
A professional, values-driven working environment
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Redbourn Park is unreservedly committed to the protection and welfare of all pupils. We believe that all children and young people have the right to feel safe, listened to, and respected, and to be protected from all forms of abuse, harm, and neglect. Our specialist organisation exists to support pupils with complex needs—including autism, trauma, and social, emotional, and mental health difficulties—who require a safe, consistent environment to regulate, learn, and succeed.
This commitment is paramount, underpins all of our work, and applies to every individual, regardless of their role, who works at or on behalf of Redbourn Park. Everyone is expected to share this responsibility and to adhere to our policies and procedures rigorously.Commitment to Best Practice
Redbourn Park operates in line with national legislation and statutory guidance on safeguarding children in the UK, including [Insert specific legislation/guidance, e.g., Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)].
Our full Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here: [Insert direct link to Redbourn Park’s full policy].
We commit to providing regular, mandatory training for all staff on safeguarding, child protection, and specific topics relevant to our pupils, such as trauma-informed practice and managing complex needs.
Safer Recruitment Expectations
Redbourn Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The safer recruitment process ensures that all individuals appointed to work with our pupils are suitable.
Vetting and Background Checks: All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and, where applicable, a check of the barred list. We will also perform mandatory checks against relevant professional bodies and prohibition from teaching/management lists.
References: We require a minimum of two satisfactory professional references, one of which must be from the applicant’s current or most recent employer. References will be sought prior to interview and will include specific questions regarding the candidate's suitability to work with children.
Gaps in Employment & Full Employment History: All candidates are required to provide a full and chronological employment history. Any gaps in employment must be fully accounted for and explained.
Right to Work: Identity and right-to-work checks will be conducted in accordance with UK legal requirements.
Interview Process: Interview panels will include at least one person who has successfully completed safer recruitment training. All candidates will be asked safeguarding-related questions to explore their understanding and commitment to child protection.
RBP reserve the right to close the advert early, should a suitable candidate be found.
Safeguarding Statement
Redbourn Park School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Redbourn Park School ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
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