Lead SEN Teacher - PMLD & Complex Needs

EdStaff Limited; Wigan; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via PAYE

Free online CPD accredited learning

Local roles

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

EdStaff Limited is seeking an experienced SEN teacher to lead delivery of a highly personalised curriculum for learners with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) in Wigan. You will coordinate a Thrive & Belong cohort and work with MDT professionals, families and carers to ensure a person-centred approach that enhances communication, independence and quality of life.

The role focuses on EHCP-based planning, sensory and differentiated teaching, safeguarding and collaboration across

Qualifications

• Genuine experience and a passion for working with learners with PMLD and complex SEN.
• Experience of planning and delivering highly personalised learning programmes for learners with profound and multiple learning disabilities.
• Strong understanding of sensory-based, experiential and differentiated teaching approaches.
• Knowledge of alternative communication methods, including AAC and other individualised communication systems.
• Experience of assessing and recording progress against individual learning outcomes and EHCP targets.
• Ability to lead, motivate and work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver personalised learning programmes in line with individual EHCP outcomes, needs, abilities and interests.
• Deliver sensory, experiential and highly differentiated learning activities appropriate for learners with PMLD and complex needs.
• Support communication development using approaches such as intensive interaction, objects of reference, symbols, switches, AAC and individual communication systems.
• Assess, monitor and evidence progress, recognising small but meaningful steps in communication, cognition, independence, engagement and social interaction.
• Promote preparation for adulthood through life skills, independence, relationships, community participation and appropriate vocational experiences.
• Lead and coordinate Learning Support Assistants, providing clear direction and ensuring consistent implementation of learning programmes.

Skills

SEN / complex needs expertise

PMLD experience

Team leadership

Communication with families

Education

Qualified teacher with SEN experience

Job description

EdStaff Limited is seeking an experienced SEN teacher to lead delivery of a highly personalised curriculum for learners with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) in Wigan. You will coordinate a Thrive & Belong cohort and work with MDT professionals, families and carers to ensure a person-centred approach that enhances communication, independence and quality of life.

The role focuses on EHCP-based planning, sensory and differentiated teaching, safeguarding and collaboration across