SEND Teacher - Autism, PMLD & Complex Needs

TeacherActive Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated SEND recruitment consultant

Competitive rates of pay

Long-term and permanent SENDOpportunit

Support throughout registration andcom

Opportunities within specialist SENDs

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking an experienced SEND Teacher to join a specialist school in South London, supporting autistic learners aged 3–19. You will deliver differentiated lessons, focusing on communication, independence and wellbeing, working closely with SLTs, OTs and care staff.

Ideal candidates hold QTS or QTLS or an equivalent qualification and have experience with PMLD, SLD, ASD or complex SEND in a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching pupils with PMLD, SLD, ASD and complex SEND.
• Experience in a special school environment and knowledge of sensory curricula.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and highly differentiated lessons for pupils with PMLD, SLD, Autism and complex SEND.
• Develop pupils' communication, independence, sensory regulation, social interaction and physical development.
• Work with Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and other staff to meet EHCP targets.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Compassionate approach

Education

QTS or QTLS or equivalent

Job description

SEND Teacher - Autism, PMLD & Complex Needs

Location: South London

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Setting: Specialist SEND School – Ages 3–19

SEND Teacher with experience supporting pupils with

Autism, PMLD, SLD and complex learning needs?

Do you have experience delivering highly differentiated, sensory and communication-focused learning within a specialist school?

Are you a compassionate and adaptable teacher who is passionate about helping children and young people with complex needs achieve greater independence?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for an experienced

SEND Teacher to join a specialist school supporting autistic learners aged

3–19.

The school supports pupils who experience multiple and complex barriers to learning and may require significant levels of individualised support. Many pupils also have

severe learning difficulties, sensory processing needs, physical disabilities and complex medical needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who understands that progress within a complex SEND setting can look very different for every learner and who can create meaningful learning opportunities centred around

communication, independence, regulation and emotional wellbeing.

The successful SEND Teacher will:

Plan and deliver engaging and highly differentiated lessons for pupils with

PMLD, SLD, Autism and complex SEND

Develop pupils' communication, independence, sensory regulation, social interaction and physical development

Deliver sensory and communication-focused learning tailored to individual needs

Use approaches including

Makaton, AAC, communication switches and sensory-based strategies

Work closely with

Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, healthcare professionals and support staff

Contribute towards and review

EHCP targets, ensuring they remain meaningful, measurable and achievable

Support pupils with sensory and emotional regulation

Monitor progress using

Work with pupils who may have physical disabilities and complex medical requirements

Understand the importance of feeding programmes, mobility support, positioning, wheelchair use and personal care in accordance with individual care plans

Maintain regular communication with parents and carers regarding pupils' development and achievements

Create a safe, positive and nurturing classroom environment

The ideal candidate will have:

QTS, QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

Previous experience teaching pupils with

PMLD, SLD, ASD and complex SEND

Experience working within a

special school environment

Strong knowledge of

sensory curriculum approaches and intensive interaction

Experience using communication-focused teaching strategies

Knowledge of

AAC and alternative communication methods

Experience supporting pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical needs

A strong understanding of

EHCPs and personalised learning

A compassionate, patient and adaptable approach

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Working with TeacherActive

TeacherActive will provide you with:

• A dedicated SEND recruitment consultant
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to long-term and permanent SEND opportunities
• Support throughout the registration and compliance process
• Opportunities within specialist SEND schools across London

If you are an experienced

SEND Teacher with a background in

Autism, PMLD, SLD or complex needs and are looking for your next long-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.