Nurture Teacher

Are you an educator who puts emotional security at the heart of learning?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the founding team of a brand-new, specialist secondary school. We support young people aged with Autism (ASC) and associated social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This role allows you to help shape a therapeutic, supportive learning environment from the ground up.

Location & Compensation

• Location: Caterham / Chaldon area, Surrey
• Salary: £34,398 - £50,668 (M1 - UPS2 Fringe payscale)
• Incentive: £5,000 Welcome Bonus
• Contract: Full time, permanent

The Role

As a Nurture Teacher, your focus will be on the holistic development of your students, blending academic progress with emotional well being.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a Nurture Group: Establish a predictable, safe, and stimulating classroom culture where students feel secure.
• Tailor the Curriculum: Design and deliver highly differentiated lessons aligned with individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Multi Disciplinary Collaboration: Partner with therapeutic and support teams to weave trauma informed strategies into daily learning.
• De escalation & Empowerment: Utilise non confrontational techniques to support students with social communication and emotional regulation.

What You Will Need

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): This is an essential requirement for the role.
• SEND Expertise: Demonstrable experience working with neurodivergent learners, specifically those with ASC and SEMH needs.
• Key Attributes: High levels of empathy, emotional resilience, and the adaptability to modify lessons based on the classroom dynamic.

Benefits & Rewards

• Financial Incentives: A £5,000 golden handshake/welcome bonus for qualified teachers.
• Career Development: Fully funded professional qualifications and clear routes for internal progression.
• Well being & Perks: Access to life assurance, an enhanced pension scheme, and lifestyle platforms including Perkbox and Wagestream.
• Work Life Balance: Structured working hours, including an early 4:00 PM finish on Fridays.

How to Apply

To find out more about this position or to request the full job specification, please contact Paul Hirchfield for a confidential discussion:

• Email:
• Phone:

This school is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and thorough pre employment screening.