Nurture Provision Class Teacher

Inspire. Educate. Empower. ✨📚💡

The governors of this warm, inclusive and successful school are delighted to invite applications from Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers who are passionate about making a meaningful difference to the lives of children with complex additional needs.

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, compassionate and skilled class teacher to work within our Nurture Room, supporting up to 12 children, currently from Reception to Year 1, alongside two experienced teaching assistants. This specialist provision supports children with complex SEND, and all pupils are currently pre-verbal. Some children have continence needs and/or demonstrate sensory-seeking behaviours.

This is a highly rewarding role for a teacher who believes that our most vulnerable children deserve the very best that we can offer, and who is committed to creating a calm, nurturing, and enabling environment in which children can feel safe, understood and ready to learn.

This post is offered initially for one academic year, with the potential to become permanent, subject to funding.

This role would suit you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting children with SEND and complex needs, and believe in equity, inclusion and dignity for all children.
• Have experience of, or a strong interest in, working with children who are pre-verbal and require alternative and augmentative communication approaches.
• Understand the importance of relational practice, regulation and nurture in supporting learning and development.
• Are confident working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including close collaboration with teaching assistants and external professionals.
• Have high expectations for children’s wellbeing, personal development and progress, recognising that progress may look different for every child.
• Are reflective and eager to develop your SEND practice through professional dialogue, mentoring and ongoing professional learning.
• Are organised, patient, resilient and calm, with excellent communication skills.
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times.

SEND experience is highly desirable, but we also welcome applications from teachers who demonstrate the right values, mindset and commitment to developing their practice in this specialist area.

Working at Allanson Street Primary School

At Allanson Street, every member of our school family strives to ‘Be The Best That We Can Be’. We encourage our children to ‘Dream Big, Work Hard and Never Give Up, supporting them every step of the way to ensure they have the best possible chance to live long, happy, fulfilling lives doing a job that they love surrounded by friends and family that adore them.

Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member — you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.

Our staff enjoy:

• 🤗 A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared
• 🌱 The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence
• 📈 Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development
• 🌟 The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students
• ⚖️ A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive school where staff are well supported and valued.
• A strong ECT induction programme, including high‑quality mentoring and protected development time.
• A caring and experienced leadership team with an open‑door approach.
• A friendly staff team and wonderful children who enjoy learning.
• A clear commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.

At Allanson Street we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us — where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. ❤️

Allanson Street is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo rigorous pre‑employment safeguarding checks.

Application Process

Applicants should complete the school’s online application form in full; CVs will not be accepted.

Applications should be accompanied by evidence of teaching practice (e.g. lesson observation feedback, where available). We recognise that evidence may take different forms for ECTs and trainee teachers.

Online searches may be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of the school’s due diligence checks, in line with safer recruitment guidance.

For more information regarding this role, please contact caroline.oliver@sthelens.org.uk 📧

School Visits

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.
Visits are available by appointment on 13 May.

Please contact the school office on 01744 678144 to arrange a visit and experience our school first‑hand.

Key Dates

• Shortlisting: 15 May 2026
• Observations: 20 May 2026
  (Following observations, candidates will be shortlisted for interview.)
• Interviews: 22 May 2026

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. ⏳

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

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