Nurture Lead

Thamesmead School, Shepperton, Middlesex, TW17 9EE

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  11th April or 1st September 2026

• Closing date

  2 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  15 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: English, Science
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (Actual) TLR 2.1 £3,527

Nurture Lead job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher to lead the teaching and learning within the Alternative Provision (AP) Unit of our secondary school. The successful candidate will work closely with subject leaders and the wider school team to plan, adapt, and deliver a tailored curriculum in English, Mathematics, and Science at Key Stage 3 (KS3) level, with a focus on addressing gaps and misconceptions to support progression into Key Stage 4 (KS4). They will uphold high standards in teaching and learning, as well as behaviour management, and will work with students who may have a range of learning and behavioural concerns. They will be line managed by the Deputy Headteacher (Behaviour and Pastoral) and will work collaboratively with other members of the pastoral team, such as the SENDCO, Home-School Link Worker, Safeguarding Team, Mental Health Lead, Heads of Years and Pastoral Managers, and the Attendance Officer. Additionally, they will be part of the panel assessing student applications for joining the alternative provision and will support the transition back into mainstream education when students are ready to move. The teacher will work in partnership with parents throughout the students' time in the alternative provision to keep them informed and involved in their child’s progress and experiences. There will also be a need to monitor attendance and work with parents, the school, and external agencies to improve student attendance.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Thamesmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Thamesmead School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1048 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Thamesmead School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/thamesmead-school

The school is situated to the West of London with good rail and road access. Our location means our staff enjoy living in areas such as West and South West London, Surrey and Berkshire making fantastic choices for city, suburban or rural living available.

Thamesmead is a vibrant and successful school. In 2019 our students gained strong GCSE results. 85% of students gained a 4 grade or higher in English and Maths and 58% of students achieved a grade 5 or higher in English and Maths. 83% achieved 5 GCSEs or more graded at 4 or above.

"Pupils behave well, are co-operative and respectful towards their teachers and each other. Strong leadership aims to ensure that the school provides the best possible standards of teaching and learning."- Ofsted.

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