PMLD Specialist Teacher: Sensory & AAC

Supply Desk; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting a Specialist PMLD Teacher to join a dedicated Maidenhead specialist SEND provision. The role supports pupils with PMLD/SLD/ASD and other complex needs, with flexible part-time or full-time options.

You will deliver personalised, sensory-led learning plans, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and help pupils develop communication, independence, and life skills in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD/SLD/ASD or complex needs
• Strong understanding of personalised learning and inclusive teaching

Responsibilities

• Deliver highly engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Use sensory-based and experiential learning approaches to maximise pupil engagement
• Plan and review personalised learning pathways and EHCP targets
• Support pupils with complex medical, physical and communication needs
• Implement communication strategies (Makaton, PECS, AAC, Intensive Interaction)
• Track progress through observation and assessment of small-step achievements
• Create a calm, safe, and stimulating learning environment
• Collaborate with support staff, families, therapists, and external agencies
• Build partnerships with parents, carers, therapists and other professionals
• Promote independence, wellbeing, confidence, and positive outcomes for learners

Job description

Supply Desk is recruiting a Specialist PMLD Teacher to join a dedicated Maidenhead specialist SEND provision. The role supports pupils with PMLD/SLD/ASD and other complex needs, with flexible part-time or full-time options.

You will deliver personalised, sensory-led learning plans, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and help pupils develop communication, independence, and life skills in a nurturing setting.