Complex Needs Teacher

Academics Ltd; Bebington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a highly experienced Complex Needs Teacher for a specialist school in Wirral. The role focuses on delivering tailored education to pupils with PMLD, SLD, ASC, and other complex needs in a supportive environment. A strong background in behaviour management is essential, with collaboration across TAs and therapists to implement IEPs.

Qualified Teachers with QTS or equivalent are encouraged to apply. Experience in SEND settings, and Team Teach training are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Qualifications - Hold Qualifying Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualifications.
• Experience - SEND setting with SLD and PMLD.
• Training - Team teach training advantageous; behaviour management certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Engaging Lessons: adapt curriculum for complex needs with emphasis on sensory engagement and skill development.
• Provide a Safe Environment: create an inclusive, nurturing learning space for every student.
• Work Multidisciplinary: collaborate with teaching assistants, therapists, and parents to support IEPs.
• Track Progress: monitor and record student progress, adjusting approaches for evolving needs.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

SEND experience

Team teach training

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Complex Needs Teacher for a specialist school in Wirral!

Location - Wirral

Role - Teacher

Pay - £130-£160 (based on level of experience)

Academics are looking for a highly experienced and passionate Complex Needs Teacher to join a supportive school in Wirral! If you are a qualified teacher with experience working with children who have additional needs, we would love to hear from you!

As a Complex Needs Teacher, you will be delivering tailored education to children in a specialist environment. You must have experience working with children with PMLD, SLD, ASC, and other special needs. A strong background in behaviour management is also crucial for this role.

The Role

• Delivering Engaging Lessons: Plan and adapt the curriculum to suit students with complex needs, focusing on sensory engagement, communication, and skill development.
• Providing a Safe Environment: Foster an inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every student feels valued and supported.
• Work Multidisciplinary: Collaborate closely with teaching assistants, speech and language therapists, and parents to support individual education plans (IEPs).
• Tracking Progress: Monitor, record and celebrate student achievements, adapting approaches to meet evolving physical, medical, and educational needs.

Ideal Candidate Requirements

• Qualifications - Hold Qualifying Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualifications.
• Experience - Previous teaching experience within an SEND setting, specifically working with children or young adults with SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties) and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties).
• Training - Team teach training would be advantageous for this role, as well as similar behaviour management certifications.
• Attributes - Resilient, deeply empathetic, adaptable and passionate abut empowering students with complex needs.
• Location - Based in Wirral or be able to access this location easily.

Why Work With Us?

• Flexibility - Choose the days and hours that work best for you with full-time and part-time hours.
• Variety - Gain invaluable experience across a range of outstanding specialist schools and provisions.
• Dedicated Support - Enjoy the guidance of a dedicated consultant who understands the SEND sector.
• Competitive Pay - Enjoy weekly pay with rates that reflect your experience.

Those considered must have an enhanced background check (or be willing to get one through us).

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy