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SEN Teacher

Salary

£34,398-48,913 , inc benefits

Location

Merstham, Surrey, United Kingdom

Job type

Permanent

Sector

Education

Job ref

X3-1278665

Job posted

Posted 22 hours ago

Nurture Teacher - SEND Secondary School 

📍 Location: Merstham, Surrey
💼 Contract: Full-time, Permanent
💷 Salary: £34,398 - £48,913 (M1 - UPS1)
🎁 Plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus for Qualified Teachers
Hours: 40 hours per week
• Start time: 8:15am
• Finish: Mon/Wed/Thu 4:45pm | Tue 5pm | Fri 4pm

 

About the School

Reed Education are working with a SEND Secondary School in the Redhill area, supporting young people aged 11-16 with:

  • Social communication differences
  • Emotional regulation needs
  • Sensory processing needs
  • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
  • Complex SEND profiles

Students benefit from:

  • Small class sizes
  • High levels of in-class support
  • A personalised curriculum aligned with the national curriculum
  • A multi-disciplinary team including therapists and specialist staff

The Role - Nurture Teacher

As a Nurture Teacher, you will deliver high-quality, holistic teaching and learning tailored to students with ASC, SEMH and other associated needs. You will support young people who may have multiple learning difficulties and may present with behaviours that challenge.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Planning

  • Deliver a differentiated and engaging curriculum that meets diverse learning needs.
  • Provide clear lesson structures with pace, motivation, and challenge.
  • Develop and adapt lesson plans, reflecting on outcomes.

Assessment & Reporting

  • Set personalised learning targets and monitor progress.
  • Assess, review and report to parents, colleagues and external bodies as required.
  • Contribute to EHCP reviews, PEPs, LAC reviews and statutory documentation.

Collaboration & Professional Practice

  • Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Supervise and guide support staff within your classroom.
  • Contribute to curriculum development and whole-school initiatives.
  • Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of autism, SEND practice and relevant legislation.
  • Liaise effectively with parents, carers, external agencies and other professionals.

Behaviour & Pastoral Support

  • Manage challenging behaviours in line with school policies.
  • Work in a non-confrontational, trauma-informed manner.
  • Promote a positive, nurturing, relationship-based learning environment.

 

What We’re Looking For

Essential

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Experience working with pupils with ASC and SEND
  • Ability to deliver a differentiated curriculum
  • Strong knowledge of the national curriculum
  • Understanding of SEMH needs and complex presentations
  • Strong planning, assessment and communication skills

Desirable

  • Additional SEN qualifications
  • Experience in a special school or specialist provision
  • Experience designing curriculum for SEND learners
  • Knowledge of co-occurring conditions related to autism

 

Additional Information

  • Driving is desirable due to limited public transport in the area.
  • Role may involve occasional travel for training.
  • All staff are expected to align with the school’s values, take part in CPD, safeguarding training, supervision and relevant legislative requirements.

 

🌟 Why Apply?

This is a rare chance to join a new, forward-thinking SEND provision at a hugely exciting time. You’ll have a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while developing your own skills, with strong support from a collaborative and skilled team.

 

📩 Ready to Apply?

If you’re an enthusiastic teacher who wants to bring meaningful change to the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your journey!

 

 

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