SEND Teacher

PK Education; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate (£170-£250)

Job summary

PK Education are recruiting for a passionate SEND Teacher to join a highly regarded Special School in Pontefract Wakefield from September 2026. The role is based in a severe complex needs setting for pupils aged 11–19 with SLD, PMLD, autism and complex communication needs.

The school values an inclusive approach, personalised curriculum and aims to develop independence, communication and life skills for all learners in Wakefield.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, autism, SLD, PMLD or complex needs
• Ability to adapt learning to meet a range of communication and learning needs
• Collaborate with therapists, support staff and families
• Create a positive, engaging and nurturing learning environment

Responsibilities

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEND, autism, SLD, PMLD or complex needs
• Be confident adapting learning to meet a range of communication and learning needs
• Work closely with therapists, support staff and families
• Create a positive, engaging and nurturing learning environment

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

Autism awareness

Behaviour management

Job description

SEND Teacher

Severe Complex Needs School

Pontefract Wakefield

Full time | September 2026 start | Initially 1 term with potential to extend.

PK Education are recruiting for a passionate and dedicated SEND Teacher to join a highly regarded Special School in Pontefract Wakefield from September 2026.

The school supports pupils aged 11–19 with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, autism and complex communication needs. This long-term opportunity is based within a specialist setting supporting secondary-aged pupils with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), autism and complex communication needs. The school is recognised for its inclusive approach, personalised curriculum and commitment to developing independence, communication and life skills for all learners. Based across specialist provisions within the Wakefield area, staff work collaboratively to create meaningful learning experiences tailored to individual EHCP outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEND, autism, SLD, PMLD or complex needs
• Be confident adapting learning to meet a range of communication and learning needs
• Work closely with therapists, support staff and families
• Create a positive, engaging and nurturing learning environment

If you are an experienced SEND Teacher or a mainstream teacher looking to transition into specialist education, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay from £170 - £250 per day (AWR compliant)
• Opportunities across specialist SEND schools, resource provisions, alternative provisions and mainstream inclusion settings
• Access to the PK Pathway – supporting career progression within SEND through ongoing development and practical school-based experience
• Exposure to trauma-informed practice, behaviour intervention, autism support and complex SEND environments
• On-the-job training and support provided by both the school and experienced SEND education consultants
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available for candidates looking to build a career within Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
• Dedicated 24/7 support and honest feedback from specialist SEND consultants who understand the sector and school demand

PK Education has been supporting schools and specialist provisions since 2005, building strong partnerships through a straightforward and honest approach. As SEND demand continues to grow across education, we pride ourselves on intelligently matching candidates to environments where they can positively impact pupils whilst developing long-term careers within SEND.

Our mission is simple: To Inspire Potential in our team, in our candidates and in every child.

PK Education is committed to embracing equal opportunities and diversity for all employees, workers and applicants and adheres to this policy at all times