Nurture Group Teacher – Wigan
| Company: | Luma Education Recruitment Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £180 to £230 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Wigan |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Nurture Group Teacher – Wigan, Greater Manchester
Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester
Pay: £180 – £230 per day
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time
Contract: Temp to perm
Start date: ASAP
A Nurture Group Teacher is required for a small specialist secondary school in Wigan, Greater Manchester. The role is full-time and temp to perm, paying £180 to £230 per day, with an ASAP start. You'll teach a small nurture group of 11 to 16-year-olds who need extra pastoral support after struggling in previous schools, planning lessons around each pupil and setting calm, predictable routines with the help of support staff. We welcome applications from qualified teachers and ECTs.
About the School
This is a small specialist school for secondary-aged pupils in the Wigan area. Staff work with low pupil numbers, so each young person follows an individualised programme with pastoral support throughout the day.
Your Responsibilities
- Teaching a nurture group of secondary pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs
- Creating lessons pitched to each pupil's starting point
- Developing literacy, numeracy and confidence
- Setting a clear routine for the school day
- Working with support staff and the pastoral team on each pupil's plan
- Measuring progress against individual targets and reporting to school leaders
- Working with parents and carers
Requirements
- QTS (ECTs considered)
- Experience with pupils with SEMH needs in a specialist, alternative provision or mainstream school
- Ability to adapt the curriculum across different ability levels
- A calm and consistent approach to behaviour
- The right to work in the UK
You'll be a patient, nurturing and dedicated teacher who can build strong relationships with young people who have found school hard.
Why Work with Luma?
- Your own dedicated consultant – personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
- Market-leading pay rates – competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
- Long-term security – access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.
- Invest in your future – access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
- Reliable weekly payments – prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
- Outstanding opportunities – access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.
About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.
Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.
Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
To apply, send your CV to daniel.benson@lumaedrec.com or call 0204 576 4344.
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