SEND Teacher – Complex Needs (PMLD/SLD)

Philosophy Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a passionate SEND Teacher for a special school in Enfield, dedicated to students with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This full-time role involves creating engaging lessons and working closely with support staff to foster an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate should hold Qualified Teacher Status and possess knowledge of complex needs education, with a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable learners. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities available.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Supportive leadership

Warm, collaborative staff culture

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in complex needs education, particularly PMLD and SLD.
• Patience, creativity, and a positive approach to behaviour and learning.
• Commitment to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, multi-sensory lessons tailored to PMLD/SLD learners.
• Work collaboratively with support staff and therapists.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Experience in SEND

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Creativity

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

Overview

SEND Teacher – Complex Needs (PMLD/SLD)

Location: Enfield
Start Date: October 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS SEN Allowance
Contract: Full-time, Long-term / Permanent

The School

Philosophy Education are working in partnership with a forward-thinking special school dedicated to meeting the needs of pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and severe learning difficulties (SLD). The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner is encouraged to achieve their full potential through a highly personalised curriculum, therapeutic support, and creative teaching approaches.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teacher to join a skilled and supportive team. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons to a small class of pupils with complex needs. With support from experienced teaching assistants, therapists, and the leadership team, you will help ensure that pupils make progress not only academically but also socially and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, multi-sensory lessons tailored to PMLD/SLD learners.
• Work collaboratively with support staff and therapists to meet individual EHCP targets.
• Use a range of communication systems (PECS, Makaton, AAC) to support learning.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress, celebrating small steps of achievement.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with experience or a strong interest in SEND.
• Knowledge of complex needs education, particularly PMLD and SLD.
• Patience, creativity, and a positive approach to behaviour and learning.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.

Why Join This School?

• Supportive leadership team with a strong vision for SEND provision.
• Excellent CPD opportunities in SEND specialisms.
• A warm, collaborative staff culture.
• Opportunities to make a real impact in the lives of pupils with complex needs.

How to Apply

If you are a compassionate teacher looking for a rewarding new role in SEND, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Philosophy Education.
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.

Philosophy Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. EEO statements as required by law are observed by Philosophy Education in all recruitment activities.