SEND Teacher

Year 8 Nurture Teacher Full Time Long Term Derby (DE)

Enlightenment Education

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

Enlightenment Education is recruiting a full-time Year 8 Nurture Teacher for a long-term position within a supportive Derby secondary SEND school. This role is ideal for a teacher who thrives in small-group, relational, nurture-based environments and can provide consistency for pupils who need additional emotional, social and academic support.

The Role

• Teaching a small Year 8 nurture group (typically 6-8 pupils)

• Delivering a primary-style, structured, calm curriculum within a secondary setting

• Teaching core subjects at an accessible level (English, maths, science, PHSE)

• Supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, communication needs, challenging behaviour

• Building routines, confidence and readiness for learning

• Working closely with the SENDCo, pastoral team and parents

• Full-time hours: MondayFriday, 8:30am3:30pm

What Were Looking For

• QTS (Primary, Secondary or SEND routes all considered)

• Experience or interest in working with nurture groups, SEND or small-group teaching

• A relational, trauma-informed approach

• Someone calm, consistent and able to build trust

• Commitment to long-term xwwtmva stability for pupils

What We Offer

• Long-term, full-time stability

• Competitive weekly pay

• Supportive school environment

• Fast registration and ongoing agency support

• CPD opportunities in SEND, SEMH and nurture practice

If youre passionate about helping pupils re-engage with learning and thrive in a nurturing environment, wed love to hear from you.