SEND Teacher

NextGen Teachers - South East; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced SEND Teacher for a long-term supply role in Croydon, Outer London. The ideal candidate will have QTS and experience with pupils with PMLD/SLD. You'll deliver engaging lessons in a supportive environment and potentially transition to a permanent position. Competitive pay based on experience, with opportunities for training and CPD are available.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Stable placement in a supportive setting

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to SEND-focused training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching pupils with PMLD, SLD, or complex needs is essential.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized learning for pupils with PMLD/SLD.
• Use a range of communication strategies.
• Record and report on pupil progress.

Skills

Understanding of differentiation

Experience with PMLD/SLD

Calm and empathetic teaching style

Flexibility in teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

SEND Teacher (PMLD / SLD - KS3 / KS4)

Location : Croydon, Outer London

Contract : 4 / 5 days per week - Long-term supply role with the possibility of a permanent contract

Start Date : ASAP OR January start

Salary : M1 - M6 Outer London (DOE, paid to scale) plus SEN points

We are working in partnership with this wonderful specialist school to recruit an experienced and compassionate SEND Teacher to lead a KS3 / KS4 PMLD / SLD class.

This Teacher role is available on a 4 or 5 day-per-week basis, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You’ll plan and deliver engaging, multi-sensory lessons, supported by a dedicated team of Teaching Assistants and on-site therapists.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised, accessible learning for pupils with PMLD / SLD in line with EHCP outcomes.
• Use a range of communication strategies (PECS, Makaton, symbols, sensory resources).
• Work closely with support staff, physiotherapists, and speech and language therapists.
• Foster a nurturing, safe, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Record and report on pupil progress, engagement, and wellbeing.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS) - essential.
• Experience teaching pupils with PMLD, SLD, or complex medical / physical needs.
• Excellent understanding of differentiation, sensory learning, and engagement strategies.
• Calm, empathetic, and flexible teaching style.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Why work through NextGen?

Competitive pay rates (M1-M6, Outer London scale).

Long-term, stable placement within a supportive SEND setting.

Dedicated agency consultant offering ongoing support and feedback.

Access to SEND-focused CPD and training opportunities.

If you're an experienced SEND Teacher looking for a rewarding supply role supporting pupils with PMLD / SLD, we'd love to hear from you.

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