Nurture Teacher

Nurture Teacher

Application Deadline: 15 May 2026

Department: Education

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Bedford School - Silsoe, Bedford

Compensation: £37,137 - £43,194 / year

Description

Are you looking for a SEN specialist teaching role where pupil lead care, relationships and work life balance genuinely matter?

Role: SEN Teacher

Location: Esland Bedford School

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full Time

Salary: £37,137 to £43,194 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Closing Date: 12:00pm, Friday 15th May 2026

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026

Job Start: September 2026

Esland Bedford School is an independent SEMH special school for up to 50 children aged 8-18.

The school provides education to day pupils, and via our unique Turning the Curve provision, to young people who have been disengaged from education for significant periods of time.

We aim to maintain a nurturing and accepting environment for young people who have not had their needs met in other settings. We also aim to provide a work/life balance for staff that is not available in larger schools.

Esland Bedford School is seeking a Nurture Teacher to support the opening of a third classroom in our recently opened, stand alone KS2/3 Nurture provision.

About the role

The role entails planning and delivery of a targeted curriculum for some of our most vulnerable pupils who are not yet ready to access our secondary curriculum.

The role would be suitable for teachers with experience delivering a topic based curriculum and working with pupils who have Anxiety, Emotionally Based School Avoidance, ASD and/or ADHD.

Qualified Teacher Status is essential; however, exceptions may be made for candidates who demonstrate significant experience and impact in a school or nursery setting and who can access a school based qualification pathway in the future (the advertised pay rate will likely not apply if QTS is not held).

What we can offer a SEN Teacher

There are so many reasons to join us: from competitive pay and fast track progression opportunities to a whole host of well being benefits, the use of our holiday home when you need a break, a warm family work environment and a company culture focused on fun.

Financial security

• Competitive salary (£37,137 - £43,194), reviewed annually
• Esland education pension scheme - double matched up to 20% (total contribution up to 30%)
• Company sick pay
• Life insurance (4x basic salary)

Wellbeing & support

• Comprehensive, paid induction and ongoing training
• Employee Assistance Programme (including Online GP 24/7)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green Hybrid and EV car scheme

Development & progression

• Clear career development opportunities (100+ internal promotions last year)
• Monthly recognition awards
• Refer a Friend bonus (£500)
• Access to E Together benefits and discounts

Most importantly, the opportunity to make a genuine, lasting difference to a child's life within a supportive team.

Requirements for a SEN Teacher

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
• An understanding of SEND, particularly SEMH
• Demonstrable and extensive experience and impact in a school or nursery setting
• Strong inclusive teaching and behaviour support strategies
• A clear commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.

Apply today and become part of our highly valued team!