PMLD Teacher

Teaching pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties requires creativity, patience and a truly individualised approach to learning. We are seeking an exceptional PMLD Teacher to join a specialist setting where every achievement is celebrated and every learner is supported to reach their full potential.

This is an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of children and young people with complex learning needs, working within a highly collaborative environment alongside experienced support staff, therapists and families. You will be responsible for creating personalised learning experiences that support communication, independence, sensory development and overall wellbeing.

If you are passionate about inclusive education and committed to helping pupils achieve meaningful outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver highly personalised learning programmes tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Create engaging sensory-based learning opportunities that promote development and independence.
• Support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, complex medical needs and physical disabilities.
• Work collaboratively with therapists, healthcare professionals and support staff.
• Monitor, assess and record pupil progress against individual targets.
• Implement communication strategies including PECS, Makaton and AAC where appropriate.
• Promote pupil wellbeing, engagement and personal development.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with pupils with PMLD, SLD or complex SEND needs.
• Knowledge of specialist communication approaches and sensory learning strategies.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs and personalised curriculum planning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
• Ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual pupil needs.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Desirable

• Experience within a specialist SEND school.
• Training in Moving and Handling.
• Knowledge of autism, sensory processing and complex medical needs.
• Experience working alongside multidisciplinary teams.