Complex Needs Teacher

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Long-term placement with potential for

Free CPD, safeguarding and SEND специф

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a compassionate Complex Needs Teacher for a specialist secondary school in Telford, starting November 2026. The role focuses on pupils with PMLD, SLD, ASC and more, in a small-class setting with multidisciplinary support.

The position offers weekly PAYE pay, long-term placement with potential for permanency, and access to free CPD and safeguarding/SEND training. Immediate start in a rewarding educational environment awaits.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification required.
• Experience teaching pupils with complex learning needs (PMLD/SLD/ASC) beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of EHCPs and differentiated teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to EHCP outcomes.
• Adapt teaching using sensory, visual and practical strategies.
• Create an inclusive, structured learning environment.
• Support pupils with communication, personal care and physical needs as required.
• Deliver engaging activities that promote independence and life skills.
• Assess pupil progress and contribute to annual reviews.

Skills

QTS / QTLS or equivalent

Experience teaching complex learning

EHCP knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Safeguarding emphasis

Education

Qualified Teacher Status / QTLS or equivalent

Job description

Complex Needs Teacher

Inspire Every Learner to Achieve Their Full Potential

Telford (TF3)
£180 - £240 per day
Full-Time | Long-Term | Novemeber 2026 Start

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist secondary school in Telford for a compassionate and dedicated Complex Needs Teacher to join their team from November 2026.

This rewarding opportunity is ideal for an experienced teacher who is passionate about delivering high-quality education to pupils with a range of complex learning needs, including Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), physical disabilities, sensory impairments and complex medical needs.

Working in a highly supportive environment with small class sizes, experienced Teaching Assistants and access to multidisciplinary professionals, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people while helping them develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

As a Complex Needs Teacher, you'll plan and deliver engaging, highly personalised lessons that meet the individual needs of every learner. You'll create a nurturing and inclusive classroom where pupils feel safe, valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

You'll work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and pastoral teams to deliver a holistic approach to education that focuses on communication, independence and life skills alongside the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to individual EHCP outcomes.
• Adapt teaching using sensory, visual and practical learning strategies.
• Create a structured, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with communication, personal care and physical needs where required.
• Deliver engaging activities that promote independence, confidence and life skills.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, maintaining accurate records and contributing to annual reviews.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants to ensure consistent support and high-quality learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour throughout the school day.

About You

We're looking for an enthusiastic and patient teacher who is committed to inclusive education and passionate about helping every pupil succeed.

You will ideally have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching pupils with complex learning needs, Autism, PMLD, SLD or physical disabilities.
• Strong knowledge of EHCPs and differentiated teaching strategies.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A calm, resilient and nurturing approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Applications are welcomed from experienced SEND teachers as well as mainstream teachers looking to transition into specialist education.

What We Offer

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Long-term placement with the opportunity to secure a permanent position.
• Free CPD, safeguarding and SEND-specific training.
• Dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support.
• Access to a range of specialist school opportunities across Staffo