Nurture Teacher with Technology Specialism

Rochdale Council; Heywood; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Haven School in Heywood, England, is seeking a permanent, full-time Nurture Teacher with a Technology Specialism for KS2–KS4 SEMH learners. You will join the Nurture Pathway and deliver practical and vocational learning, with a strong focus on engineering, construction and multi-skills.

The role emphasizes relationships, consistency and high expectations to re-engage learners. We welcome candidates with a practical background and a commitment to trauma-informed and relational practice, with

Qualifications

• Outstanding or highly effective teacher.
• Experience with SEMH needs.
• Strong practical knowledge in Engineering, Construction or multi-skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and vocational learning through projects.
• Provide learners with consistency, structure and relationships.
• Support re-engagement of learners and progress through the Nurture Pathway.

Skills

Engineering

Construction

Multi-skills

Job description

Grade: Teachers Main Pay / UPR

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: All Year Round

Actual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 + (SEN £2,787)

Interview Date: Week commencing 12th October 2026

Nurture Teacher with Technology Specialism

Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scale – Main Scale + UPR (if applicable) + 1 SEN

Are you an inspirational teacher who believes that relationships, consistency, practical learning and high expectations can change lives?

Oak Haven School is looking for an exceptional Nurture Teacher with a Technology Specialism to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis.

We are a specialist KS2–KS4 SEMH school supporting children and young people who have experienced significant barriers to learning and engagement with education.

Our vision is simple:

EMPOWER. HEAL. THRIVE.

We are looking for a teacher who shares our belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed.

The successful candidate will join our Nurture Pathway and will play a key role in providing learners with the consistency, structure, relationships and high-quality teaching they need to re-engage with education.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong practical background or teaching specialism in:

Engineering | Construction | Multi-skills

This is an exciting opportunity to develop practical and vocational learning that gives our learners genuine opportunities to succeed.

You may have experience in areas such as carpentry, joinery, brickwork, decorating, engineering, workshop skills, maintenance, construction or other practical disciplines.

We are looking for someone who can use practical learning to engage young people, build confidence and develop the skills they need for their future.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an outstanding or highly effective teacher.
• Is passionate about working with young people with SEMH needs.
• Has strong practical knowledge and skills in Engineering, Construction, Multi-skills or a related area.
• Understands the importance of relationships, consistency and predictable routines.
• Can establish a calm, purposeful and engaging learning environment.
• Has high expectations of all learners.
• Is resilient, reflective and emotionally intelligent.
• Can adapt teaching to meet a wide range of individual needs.
• Can deliver engaging, practical and project-based learning.
• Is committed to developing vocational and employability opportunities.
• Understands the importance of health and safety in practical learning.
• Is creative and willing to develop new curriculum opportunities.
• Can work effectively as part of a highly supportive team.
• Is committed to trauma-informed and relational practice.

In return, we can offer:

• A permanent, full-time teaching position within a growing specialist SEMH school.
• A supportive and committed staff team.
• A school with a clear sense of purpose and direction.
• A strong commitment to trauma-informed and relational practice.
• The opportunity to develop and shape our Engineering, Construction and Multi-skills curriculum.
• Opportunities to develop vocational qualifications and pathways.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.
• A personalised and innovative approach to education.
• Professional development and opportunities for career progression.
• A school that values relationships, teamwork and staff wellbeing.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Oak Haven School at an important stage in our development and to play a significant role in expanding our practical and vocational curriculum.

We are looking for someone who is passionate, ambitious, resilient, practical and relational, and who wants to be part of a school that is committed to changing the life chances of young people.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Closing date: Friday 9th October 2026

Oak Haven School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.