Inspiring SEND Class Teacher for Complex Needs

Sherwood Foundation School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Foundation School in London is seeking a dedicated Teacher to support children and young people aged 3 to 19 with severe, multiple and complex learning difficulties and/or disabilities. This includes learners with highly complex access needs arising from health conditions.

You will lead a small class with strong collaboration with teaching assistants, therapists, nurses and other professionals to plan personalised, engaging lessons that promote communication, sensory engagement,

Qualifications

• A recognised teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, or equivalent).
• Experience teaching pupils with PMLD, SLD, ASD and complex SEND needs in a special school.
• Knowledge of sensory curriculum approaches, intensive interaction, and communication-focused teaching.
• Experience supporting pupils with physical disabilities, complex medical needs and personal care requirements.
• Knowledge of assistive technologies and alternative communication methods.
• Compassionate and adaptable teaching approach with understanding of sensory learning and therapeutic practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff, families and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with PMLD, SLD, autism, and complex needs.
• Develop communication, independence, sensory regulation, social interaction, and physical development.
• Collaborate with speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, support staff, and healthcare professionals.
• Use assistive communication tools including Makaton, AAC devices, switches, and sensory approaches.
• Support pupils with complex medical needs including feeding programmes and mobility support as per care plans.
• Contribute to and review EHCP targets that are relevant, measurable, and achievable.
• Maintain a positive, safe classroom environment, supporting sensory and emotional regulation.
• Record and monitor pupil progress using small-step achievement frameworks.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers, updating them on progress and successes.

Skills

QTS/QLTS

Education

QTS or QTLS

Job description

Sherwood Foundation School in London is seeking a dedicated Teacher to support children and young people aged 3 to 19 with severe, multiple and complex learning difficulties and/or disabilities. This includes learners with highly complex access needs arising from health conditions.

You will lead a small class with strong collaboration with teaching assistants, therapists, nurses and other professionals to plan personalised, engaging lessons that promote communication, sensory engagement,