Nurture Teacher

Salary: £34,398 - £48,913 per year (M1 – UPS1 Fringe)

Bonus: £5,000 Welcome Bonus for qualified teachers*

Location: Surrey (including a satellite site as required)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Start: 8:15am

Finish: Mon/Wed/Thu 4:45pm, Tue 5:00pm, Fri 4:00pm

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About the School: 

We’re proud to be recruiting on behalf of a new and growing SEND secondary school for young people aged 11–16. The school supports students with:

• Social communication needs
• Emotional regulation challenges
• Sensory processing differences (often associated with Autism)

Students benefit from:

• A broad, engaging curriculum aligned with the national curriculum
• Personalised learning tailored to interests and needs
• Small class sizes and high staff-to-student ratios
• A dedicated multi-disciplinary team providing specialist support

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the school early in its journey and make a real impact.

The Role:

As a Nurture Teacher, you will deliver high-quality teaching and support to students with additional needs, including autism and complex learning difficulties.Some pupils may display challenging behaviours, so a calm, supportive and adaptable approach is essential.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and support a creative, inclusive curriculum
• Work closely within a multi-disciplinary team
• Plan and deliver lessons (short, medium & long-term)
• Set and review individual learning targets
• Monitor progress and provide reports to parents, team members, senior staff, examination and funding bodies
• Contribute to EHCPs, PEPs, LAC reviews and annual reviews
• Maintain an engaging and structured learning environment
• Stay up to date with best practice in autism education
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies
• Be flexible and support across the school where needed

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

✔️ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

✔️ Experience in SEND settings, especially with ASC

✔️ Ability to deliver a differentiated curriculum

✔️ Strong knowledge of the national curriculum

✔️ Understanding of ASC and SEMH needs

Desirable:

• Additional SEND qualifications
• Curriculum development experience for SEND learners
• Knowledge of co-occurring conditions linked to autism

Why Apply?

• Be part of a brand-new, forward-thinking school
• Join a supportive, passionate team
• Opportunities for career progression & professional development
• Potential access to the Upper Pay Scale (based on experience and impact)

Important Information

• Employment is subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks
• The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
• Online checks may be carried out for shortlisted candidates
• The employer is committed to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion

Apply now to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives!

*Welcome bonus paid in two instalments: 50% after probation, 50% after one year.