PMLD Teacher

Ribbons & Reeves; Little London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribbons & Reeves in London is seeking an experienced PMLD Teacher to join a specialist SEN school, supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. The role focuses on differentiated lessons, communication development, and nurturing progress in a highly supportive setting.

You will collaborate with therapists and assistants to deliver personalised learning plans and contribute to EHCP targets, creating a safe and engaging classroom where small steps lead to meaningful outcomes.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching pupils with PMLD, SLD or complex SEN.
• Strong understanding of personalised and sensory-based learning.
• Experience supporting pupils with communication and physical needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, highly differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Support pupils with PMLD and complex learning needs.
• Develop communication, sensory, physical and independence skills.
• Use a range of approaches to support non-verbal and alternative communication.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists and other specialist professionals.
• Create a calm, safe and engaging learning environment.
• Track and celebrate individual pupil progress.
• Contribute to EHCP targets and personalised learning plans.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

PMLD/SEN experience

Personalised learning

Sensory-based learning

Communication support

Patience & nurturing

Classroom management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

PMLD Teacher | Specialist SEN School | South London | Immediate Start

Are you an experienced PMLD Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist SEN setting?

A highly supportive specialist school in Lambeth is seeking a dedicated and passionate PMLD Teacher to join their team. The school provides a nurturing, structured environment for pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who understands that progress in a specialist setting can look very different for every pupil and is passionate about celebrating those individual achievements.

The PMLD Teacher Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, highly differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs
• Support pupils with PMLD and complex learning needs
• Develop communication, sensory, physical and independence skills
• Use a range of approaches to support non-verbal and alternative communication
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists and other specialist professionals
• Create a calm, safe and engaging learning environment
• Track and celebrate individual pupil progress
• Contribute to EHCP targets and personalised learning plans

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
• Experience teaching pupils with PMLD, SLD or complex SEN
• A strong understanding of personalised and sensory-based learning
• Experience supporting pupils with communication and physical needs
• Patient, creative and nurturing approach
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Someone who genuinely enjoys working within a specialist SEN environment

Why This School?

• Specialist setting with a strong focus on individual pupil outcomes
• Supportive leadership and experienced SEN professionals
• Opportunity to work alongside therapists and specialist support staff
• Excellent environment for developing your specialist teaching practice

Why This School?

• Specialist setting with a strong focus on individual pupil outcomes
• Supportive leadership and experienced SEN professionals
• Opportunity to work alongside therapists and specialist support staff
• Excellent environment for developing your specialist teaching practice
• A role where small steps can make a huge difference

If you’re a PMLD Teacher looking for a long-term opportunity where your expertise, patience and creativity can have a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.