SEN Teacher - PMLD and Complex Needs

Aspire People; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to support pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities in a specialist setting. You will deliver a personalised curriculum focused on communication, sensory development, life skills and meaningful engagement.

You will work with a team of Teaching Assistants, therapists and healthcare professionals to ensure every pupil accesses learning opportunities tailored to their needs. ECTs are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching pupils with complex SEND.
• Understanding of sensory and communication-based learning.
• Comfortable working with personal care and medical support teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver highly personalised learning experiences for pupils with PMLD and complex needs.
• Support pupils with PMLD, severe learning difficulties and complex needs.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (therapists, healthcare staff, assistants).
• Incorporate sensory learning into daily teaching.
• Contribute to learning programmes linked to EHCP outcomes.
• Support communication development and engagement.
• Lead and direct support staff effectively.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.

Skills

QTS

Complex SEND experience

Sensory & communication learning

Calm, patient, adaptable

Job description

SEN Teacher - PMLD and Complex Needs

Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only

Pay: Up to 240 per day (dependent on experience)

Aspire People is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled SEN Teacher to support pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities, severe learning difficulties and complex medical or sensory needs within a specialist SEN setting.

This role requires a teacher who understands that progress can take many forms. Success may be demonstrated through communication, interaction, sensory engagement, physical development or increased independence. ECTs are welcome to apply.

You will lead a class of pupils with highly complex needs, delivering a personalised curriculum that focuses on communication, sensory development, life skills and meaningful engagement.

Working alongside a team of experienced Teaching Assistants, therapists and healthcare professionals, you will ensure that every pupil accesses learning opportunities appropriate to their individual needs and abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver highly personalised learning experiences
• Support pupils with PMLD, severe learning difficulties and complex needs
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams
• Incorporate sensory learning into daily teaching
• Contribute to learning programmes linked to EHCP outcomes
• Support communication development and engagement
• Lead and direct support staff effectively
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment

Who We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching pupils with complex SEND
• Understanding of sensory and communication-based learning
• Comfortable working alongside personal care and medical support teams
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach
• Strong commitment to inclusive education

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.