£34,398 - £48,913 per year (M1 – UPS1 Fringe) ** Plus £5,000 Welcome bonus For Qualified Teacher* | Free CPD-accredited training provided | ASAP start | Based in Bletchingley (Surrey)
Do you have a calm, structured teaching style and the patience to support pupils working below age-related expectations?
Are you motivated by helping young people rebuild confidence, engagement, and routine within a nurturing environment?
Aspira Education are recruiting a confident and compassionate Nurture Teacher to work with a small cohort of pupils within a specialist school setting. Pupils follow the national curriculum but require a highly adapted and relational approach to learning.
This is a highly supportive environment working with pupils who present with ASD, anxiety, SEMH needs, and communication difficulties, where consistency and strong relationships are key.
Hours
40 hours per week
- Monday / Wednesday / Thursday: 8.15am – 4.45pm
- Tuesday: 8.15am – 5.00pm
- Friday: 8.15am – 4.00pm
About the Role
As a Nurture Teacher you will:
- Deliver adapted lessons aligned with the national curriculum for a small classes across the KS3 & 4.
- Differentiate learning to support pupils working below age-related expectations.
- Build strong relationships to support engagement, regulation, and confidence.
- Create a calm, structured classroom with clear expectations and routines.
- Use consistent behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
- Work closely with TAs, pastoral staff, and therapists to support whole-child development.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants who:
- QTS is desirable however if you have strong teaching experience this would also be accepted (experience is highly desirable).
- Are confident teaching core subjects across KS2/KS3/KS4 level.
- Have experience supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, or anxiety needs.
- Can remain calm, consistent, and solution-focused under pressure.
- Build rapport quickly and maintain strong boundaries.
Presence, patience, and consistency matter most in this setting.
All Applicants Must Have
- The right to work in the UK
- An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
- Two recent references
- A willingness to complete safeguarding training with Aspira
- Ability to start ASAP
What You’ll Get
Weekly pay
Free CPD-accredited training via Aspira Training Academy
Coaching in trauma-informed practice and behaviour management
Ongoing support from an experienced education team
*Welcome bonus is payable in 2 payments - 50% following successful completion of probation and 50% after one year service
Safeguarding Commitment
Aspira Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
All candidates must be willing to undergo safeguarding and background checks, including an Enhanced DBS.
Apply Now
To apply or ask any questions, email [email protected] with your CV.
We aim to respond within 24 hours. Please include the job reference when applying.
Pay: £34,398.00-£48,913.00 per year
Benefits:
Licence/Certification:
- Child DBS (Within 12 months) (required)
- QTS (preferred)
Work Location: In person
