SEMH Secondary Nurture Teacher

Salary and Benefits

Up to £53,835 plus excellent benefits.

Please note:

If we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advert early.

We celebrate huge small victories. Our teachers are fulfilled by making even the smallest positive changes in our young people. We have ups and downs, and for some young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories…

You’ll work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self‑esteem. Resilience and dedication are required. With professional support and team resources, you’ll build a rewarding teaching career.

Bescot Hall is a brand new, purpose‑built, state‑of‑the‑art school catering primarily for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and also for children with autism who have moderate speech and learning needs. The school provides education to up to 72 children aged 8 to 16. This opportunity serves Walsall and the wider communities.

• Full induction and on‑the‑job training
• Full school holidays
• Progression opportunities – many head teachers and leaders are promoted from within the group
• Flexible benefits including life insurance (adjustable)
• Pension schemes – Teachers’ Pension and attractive TPS alternative
• Well‑being tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover for optician or dentist appointments and high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with top facilities
• Referral scheme offering £1,000 bonus per referral

• Plan and deliver lessons for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.
• Support pupils' development and self‑esteem.
• Collaborate with psychologists, teaching assistants, therapists, and other teachers to meet individual pupil needs.
• Contribute to the purpose‑built school's educational vision and outcomes.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Previous teaching experience with autistic and/or SE(MH) students.
• ‘Can‑do’ attitude, team player, genuine passion for teaching.
• Ability to relate subject to pupils and build relationships.

Our workforce reflects the diversity of our young people. We celebrate the ability for all individuals to bring their whole‑self to work and to thrive.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible.

We are an equal opportunities employer and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people.