14-16 Foundation Teacher

At Nescot, we seek an enthusiastic maths and science teacher, with the ability to lead planned sports sessions, committed to empowering non-traditional learners in our alternative provision for 14–16-year-olds

Who we are:

Nescot’s 14-16 alternative provision unit serves students who struggle with social, emotional, and some behavioural challenges that prevent them from engaging in the mainstream school environment. We provide a supportive setting for students with mild to moderate special education needs or mental health concerns that have caused them to become alienated from the standard academic route. With class sizes capped at 8 students and a robust staff to student ratio of 1:3, we are equipped to give these young people increased attention and nurturing tailored to their unique needs. Our focus is on creating an environment where disengaged students can rebuild confidence, reconnect with learning, and flourish holistically. While aimed at supporting students who have grown disconnected from school, our provision is not intended for young people with severe conduct issues or behavioural disorders.

What we are looking for:

• You will be attentive and responsive to each student’s unique needs.
• Skilled in using differentiation, explicit instructions, multisensory approaches, positive behaviour support, collaborative learning and trauma informed and social emotional teaching practices to support learning.
• Experienced in recording and monitoring each step of progress however big or small, demonstrating good administrative and organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Duties/responsibilities:

• Plan and teach maths and science lessons, tailored to students who thrive outside mainstream classroom settings.
• Cultivate a supportive environment where students can overcome challenges, explore strengths, and achieve personal bests.
• Alongside math and science curriculum, you will lead engaging physical education activities, using sports to build trust, teamwork, and self-confidence in students.
• Encourage students as they gain knowledge, find motivation, and reach for their potential. 

Benefits:

• A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Discounted Starbucks
• Free online qualifications
• Free parking on-site

Nescot is graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2023. Inspectors rated the College as Good in all 8 aspects. The report recognises that students “enjoy their courses and are motivated to succeed”, and benefit from “highly supportive relationships” with staff. Safeguarding arrangements are “effective” with regular training for staff, and leaders have in place “an effective policy for safer recruitment.”

At Nescot, we’re proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).

Closing date 21st August 2025

Interviews will be held 29th August 2025