SEN Teacher

Academics; Basildon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Specialist PMLD School in Basildon is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their team. The role focuses on providing tailored education for students with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This is a full-time, long-term position with excellent training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and progression opportunities

On-site parking

Supportive staff culture

Qualifications

• Experience with PMLD or complex needs preferred.
• Ability to use alternative communication methods.
• Open to ECTs with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meaningful and creative learning experiences.
• Emphasize communication, sensory engagement, and life skills.
• Work collaboratively with LSAs, therapists, and families.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Resilience

Education

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or equivalent)

Tools

PECS

Makaton

AAC

Job description

SEN Teacher -Basildon

Education and training | Specialist PMLD School | ASAP or September 2025 Start

A highly regarded and well-resourced Specialist PMLD School in Basildon is seeking a dedicated and nurturing SEN Teacher to join their exceptional team. This is a full-time long-term position, available to start as soon as possible or from September 2025, depending on your availability.

The school supports children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, often combined with complex medical needs and sensory impairments. Every pupil is unique, and the school prides itself on offering a holistic, child-centred approach that includes a multi-disciplinary team, specialist equipment, and purpose-built facilities.

As an SEN Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in delivering meaningful and creative learning experiences, with a strong emphasis on communication, sensory engagement, and life skills. You will be supported by a team of experienced support staff and benefit from excellent training, CPD and career development opportunities.

JOB OVERVIEW - SEN Teacher (PMLD Focus)

• Full-time, long-term position
• ASAP or September 2025 start
• MPS1 - MPS6 + SEN Allowance
• Located in Basildon, Essex
• Small class sizes with high levels of support
• Emphasis on sensory curriculum and personalised learning
• Multi-agency working with therapists and medical staff

Education and training

PERSON SPECIFICATION - SEN Teacher

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or equivalent) is essential
• Experience teaching pupils with PMLD or complex needs preferred
• Confident using alternative communication methods (e.g., PECS, Makaton, AAC)
• Patient, resilient, and genuinely passionate about SEN education
• Able to work collaboratively with LSAs, therapists, and families
• Open to ECTs with SEN placement experience and a genuine interest in PMLD

SCHOOL DETAILS - PMLD SEN School in Basildon

• Purpose-built setting tailored to PMLD needs
• 'Outstanding' leadership and supportive staff culture
• Ongoing CPD and clear progression opportunities
• On-site parking and accessible by public transport
• A deeply rewarding environment where no two days are the same

If you're looking for a meaningful and long-term role supporting incredible young people with complex needs, we would love to hear from you. Interviews and trial days can be arranged quickly for the right candidate.

Apply today to be considered for this SEN Teacher role at this exceptional PMLD School in Basildon.

Education and training