Nurture Teacher Technology Specialism

Grade:
Teachers Main Pay / UPR

Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:
Full Time

Working Pattern:
All Year Round

Actual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 + (SEN £2,787)

Interview Date:
Week commencing 12th October 2026

Salary:
Teachers’ Pay Scale – Main Scale + UPR (if applicable) + 1 SEN

Are you an inspirational teacher who believes that relationships, consistency, practical learning and high expectations can change lives?

Oak Haven School is looking for an exceptional Nurture Teacher with a Technology Specialism to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis.

We are a specialist KS2–KS4 SEMH school supporting children and young people who have experienced significant barriers to learning and engagement with education.

Our vision is simple:

EMPOWER. HEAL. THRIVE.

We are looking for a teacher who shares our belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed.

The successful candidate will join our Nurture Pathway and will play a key role in providing learners with the consistency, structure, relationships and high-quality teaching they need to re-engage with education.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong practical background or teaching specialism in:

Engineering | Construction | Multi-skills

This is an exciting opportunity to develop practical and vocational learning that gives our learners genuine opportunities to succeed.

You may have experience in areas such as carpentry, joinery, brickwork, decorating, engineering, workshop skills, maintenance, construction or other practical disciplines.

We are looking for someone who can use practical learning to engage young people, build confidence and develop the skills they need for their future.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an outstanding or highly effective teacher.
• Is passionate about working with young people with SEMH needs.
• Has strong practical knowledge and skills in Engineering, Construction, Multi-skills or a related area.
• Understands the importance of relationships, consistency and predictable routines.
• Can establish a calm, purposeful and engaging learning environment.
• Has high expectations of all learners.
• Is resilient, reflective and emotionally intelligent.
• Can adapt teaching to meet a wide range of individual needs.
• Can deliver engaging, practical and project-based learning.
• Is committed to developing vocational and employability opportunities.
• Understands the importance of health and safety in practical learning.
• Is creative and willing to develop new curriculum opportunities.
• Can work effectively as part of a highly supportive team.
• Is committed to trauma-informed and relational practice.

In return, we can offer:

• A permanent, full-time teaching position within a growing specialist SEMH school.
• A supportive and committed staff team.
• A school with a clear sense of purpose and direction.
• A strong commitment to trauma-informed and relational practice.
• The opportunity to develop and shape our Engineering, Construction and Multi-skills curriculum.
• Opportunities to develop vocational qualifications and pathways.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.
• A personalised and innovative approach to education.
• Professional development and opportunities for career progression.
• A school that values relationships, teamwork and staff wellbeing.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Oak Haven School at an important stage in our development and to play a significant role in expanding our practical and vocational curriculum.

We are looking for someone who is passionate, ambitious, resilient, practical and relational, and who wants to be part of a school that is committed to changing the life chances of young people.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Closing date: Friday 9th…