Nurture Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent SEN school as a Nurture Teacher, where you will deliver innovative teaching in a supportive environment. Enjoy a 4-Day Working Week trial and contribute to the success of students with diverse needs. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including life assurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent required.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all students.
• Plan and prepare long-term and medium-term plans.
• Create a purposeful learning environment.

Skills

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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

Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join!

Job Details

Job Title: Nurture Teacher

Location: Heath Farm School, Ashford TN27 0AX

Salary: Up to GBP45,000.00 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Our next Nurture Teacher will deliver inclusive, responsive, and innovative teaching across the curriculum within a KS4 Nurture class. They will aim to produce outstanding/good teaching and learning at all times to ensure student success. Under the direction of the Head of School and Senior Leadership Team, they will carry out duties as outlined in school policies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all students, ensuring equality of opportunity;
2. Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity, and progression;
3. Develop students' literacy, numeracy, and IT skills through teaching;
4. Plan and prepare long-term and medium-term plans;
5. Create a purposeful learning environment;
6. Teach according to individual needs, including setting and marking work.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent;
• A conviction that every child can achieve their potential;
• A belief that all children deserve a life of opportunity;
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

Heath Farm is an independent SEN school offering a stimulating environment where students can progress and succeed. We serve pupils with diverse needs, including social, emotional, and learning difficulties, fostering high standards and happiness.

Part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in setting innovative approaches for measurable outcomes. In 2024, we were certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.

Why Join Us?

Benefits include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions