SEND Teacher

senploy; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education provider is seeking 3 SEND Teachers for a new PMLD school in Burton upon Trent. The teachers will ensure high-quality teaching and improve student achievement, particularly for those aged 7-18 with complex learning difficulties. Responsibilities include teaching adaptive subjects and collaborating with therapeutic teams. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in safeguarding and complex SEND settings are required. Full-time role commencing in April 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Experience in a P/MLD or complex SEND setting is crucial.
• Safeguarding experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Secure high-quality teaching and improve standards of learning.
• Teach core skills and adapted subjects using multi-sensory methods.
• Work closely with residential and therapeutic teams.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience within a P/MLD or complex SEND setting

Experience in safeguarding

Job description

SEND TEACHER - THE GUILD HALL SCHOOL (P/MLD), Burton on Trent

Bayleaf Care: Amazing Things Are Happening Here!

We are looking for 3 SEND Teachers for our new P/MLD school in Burton on Trent, located only a 5‑minute walk from Burton train station. This will be a Specialist Independent School for pupils aged 7‑18 years with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (P/MLD).

Salary: £36,000.

Full‑time permanent role starting in April 2026.

About The Guild Hall School

Bayleaf Care is delighted to announce the creation of The Guild Hall School, a brand‑new, purpose‑built special school designed to meet the needs of young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). Opening in April 2026, the school will provide outstanding education and care for up to 40 pupils aged 7‑18, all of whom require 1:1 support. Our curriculum will be tailored to each learner’s individual needs, focusing on communication, independence, sensory learning, life skills, and functional literacy and numeracy, drawing on frameworks such as EQUALS, ASDAN, Oak Academy, and AQA.

The Role

As a SEND teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the identity, ethos, and success of The School from day one.

• Secure high‑quality teaching, effective use of resources and improve standards of learning and achievement for all pupils in consultation with the Headteacher.
• Teach a very broad range of lessons, focusing on core skills like reading, writing, and maths, as well as life skills, social‑emotional development and highly adapted subjects, often blending subjects and using multi‑sensory, adaptive methods to meet the diverse needs of our students, from autism and dyslexia to giftedness.
• Embed trauma‑informed and the PACE therapeutic practice throughout the school.
• Work closely with Bayleaf’s residential and therapeutic teams to ensure continuity of care and education.

About You

We are seeking an experienced, inspirational, and compassionate SEND Teacher with a passion for (P/MLD) education. You will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Proven experience within a P/MLD or complex SEND setting.
• Experience in safeguarding.

About Bayleaf Care

Bayleaf Care delivers exceptional care and education for children and young people who have experienced trauma or have additional learning needs. Using the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy), we ensure every child feels safe, valued, and understood.

Our organisation currently includes:

• 5 children’s homes.
• 2 education hubs (Postern and Doveside).
• SEMH school, opening April 2026 (The Manor School).
• 2 leaving care services (opening 2026).
• 3 adult transition homes (CQC registered) opening 2026.

Bayleaf Care – Amazing Things Are Happening Here.

Join us in building something truly special.