Nurture Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Dartford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Therapeutic support

Career progression

Small class sizes

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Nurture Teacher for a SEND school in the UK. This full-time permanent role focuses on nurturing pupils with diverse additional needs, including ASC, SEMH and ADHD, delivering personalised learning in a safe environment.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS/QTLS or equivalent and bring experience in SEND or related settings, with a nurturing, trauma-informed approach and strong classroom management.

Qualifications

• Nurturing and trauma-informed approach to teaching.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour support skills.
• Patient, resilient and passionate about supporting vulnerable learners.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes emotional wellbeing.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils, families and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Support pupils in developing confidence, resilience and social skills.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and nurture principles throughout the school day.
• Monitor and track pupil progress, adapting teaching approaches where required.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and senior leaders.

Education

QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Nurture Teacher

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Setting: SEND School

Inspire, Support and Transform Lives

Are you a passionate and nurturing teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

We are currently working with a highly supportive SEND school seeking a dedicated Nurture Teacher to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils who require a personalised approach to learning, helping them develop socially, emotionally, and academically within a safe and nurturing environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in creating positive learning experiences for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), SEMH, ADHD, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs.

The Role

As a Nurture Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes emotional wellbeing.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils, families, and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Support pupils in developing confidence, resilience, and social skills.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and nurture principles throughout the school day.
• Monitor and track pupil progress, adapting teaching approaches where required.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and senior leaders.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Has experience working within SEND, Alternative Provision, specialist settings, or mainstream education with additional needs.
• Demonstrates a nurturing and trauma-informed approach to teaching.
• Has strong classroom management and behaviour support skills.
• Is patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting vulnerable learners.
• Can build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive leadership team.
• Small class sizes and excellent staff-to-pupil ratios.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Access to specialist resources and therapeutic support.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing SEND provision.
• A rewarding role where you can see the direct impact of your work every day.