Nurture Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Nurture Teacher to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs at a small SEMH school in Dorking. This role involves assessing pupils' needs, providing tailored support, and creating engaging lesson plans. Candidates should have proven experience within SEN, particularly SEMH, and a positive, nurturing approach. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' lives while working with small class sizes for targeted support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working within SEN, specifically with SEMH and behaviour support.
• Confident in planning and delivering engaging lessons.
• Professional, enthusiastic, and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Assess pupils' learning, social, and emotional needs.
• Provide a calm and structured environment for learning.
• Support students in developing confidence and self-respect.

Skills

Experience within SEN, particularly SEMH

Knowledge of KS2-KS4 curriculum

Engaging lesson planning and delivery

Behaviour management skills

Resilient and reflective practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEN Nurture Teacher

Location: Dorking
Setting: SEMH Boys' Provision
Start Date: January

Veritas are working in partnership with a specialist SEMH boys' school in the Redhill area, and we are seeking a dedicated Nurture Teacher to join their team immediately. The provision supports boys aged 9-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Due to the specialist nature of the school, class sizes are small, with no more than six pupils per group, allowing for highly personalised and targeted support.

As a Nurture Teacher, you will assess pupils' learning, social, and emotional needs, removing barriers to learning through a calm, structured, and highly supportive approach. Language development, communication, and modelling positive behaviour are central to the role. As pupils grow academically and socially, they build confidence, develop self-respect, and take pride in their achievements.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience working within SEN, particularly SEMH and behaviour support
• QTS preferred, though strong unqualified teachers with experience will be considered
• Knowledge of KS2-KS4 curriculum
• Confident in planning and delivering engaging lessons
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Professional, resilient, and reflective practice
• Positive, enthusiastic, and nurturing approach

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and would like to be considered for this role, please call Ryan at Veritas on (phone number removed)!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'