PMLD Class Teacher

TeacherActive Limited.; Essex; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

Guaranteed payment scheme

CPD courses

Market-leading pay

Referral scheme £100

PAYE payroll

Job summary

TeacherActive is supporting a specialist SEND school in Benfleet, Essex to appoint a PMLD Class Teacher from January 2027. The role is full-time and permanent, with a focus on personalised, sensory-led learning for pupils with complex needs.

The successful candidate will work with Learning Support Assistants, therapists and families to maximise pupil development, while maintaining safeguarding and high standards of wellbeing. ECTs with the right attitude are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• QTS / Qualified Teacher Status is required.
• Experience in SEND, PMLD, SLD desirable.
• Ability to differentiate and personalise learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver sensory-rich, personalised lessons.
• Support pupils with PMLD and complex needs.
• Lead and support classroom support staff.
• Adapt approaches to EHCP outcomes.
• Support pupil communication and engagement.
• Collaborate with therapists and families.
• Monitor progress and developmental milestones.
• Maintain safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

PMLD

Differentiated learning

Communication skills

Team leadership

Patience

Resilience

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

South East/ permanent / £34,069 - 46,940 per year

Job Title: PMLD Class Teacher
Location: Benfleet, Essex
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPR SEN1 Allowance

Are you a passionate and creative Teacher with experience supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties / PMLD?

Do you have the ability to deliver highly personalised, sensory-led learning to pupils with complex needs?

Are you looking to join a supportive specialist setting where you can make a genuine difference to pupils’ communication, engagement and development?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in the Benfleet area that is looking to appoint a dedicated PMLD Class Teacher on a full-time, permanent basis from January 2027.

The school supports pupils with a range of complex learning and additional needs and places a strong emphasis on personalised learning, communication and holistic development. The successful Teacher will work closely with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, healthcare professionals and families to ensure each pupil receives the individual support they require.

The role would suit an experienced SEND Teacher or a mainstream Teacher who has a genuine passion for working with pupils with complex needs. Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs with the right attitude and enthusiasm for specialist education.

The successful PMLD Class Teacher will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging, sensory‑rich and highly personalised lessons
• Supporting pupils with PMLD and complex additional needs
• Leading and supporting a classroom team of Learning Support Assistants
• Adapting teaching approaches to meet individual Education, Health and Care Plan / EHCP outcomes
• Supporting pupils with communication, interaction and engagement
• Working collaboratively with therapists, healthcare professionals and other specialist staff
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress, including small but meaningful developmental achievements
• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and carers
• Contributing to Annual Reviews and wider pupil development meetings
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and pupil wellbeing

The ideal PMLD Class Teacher will have:

• QTS / Qualified Teacher Status
• Experience within SEND, PMLD, SLD or another specialist education setting is desirable
• A strong understanding of differentiated and individualised learning
• Confidence working with pupils with complex learning and communication needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• The ability to lead and support classroom support staff effectively
• A genuine passion for helping pupils with SEND reach their individual potential

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme – Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market‑leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend, Terms and Conditions apply
• Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance without any admin charges coming out of your hard‑earned cash

If you are interested in this PMLD Class Teacher position in Benfleet, Essex and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.