training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
Location: Caterham / Chaldon area, Surrey
Salary: £34,398 - £50,668 (M1 - UPS2 Fringe payscale)
Incentive: £5,000 Welcome Bonus
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
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 11-16 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.
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: paul.hirchfield@randstad.co.uk
Phone: 01293 527416
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.
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