Teacher Training

Location: SE15

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term | Permanent Opportunities Available

Experienced PMLD Teacher Required

Your Teaching is currently working with a highly regarded specialist SEN school in SE15 seeking an experienced PMLD Teacher to join their dedicated team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) in a supportive, well-resourced and welcoming school.

The school is keen to identify the right candidate early and is already arranging lesson observations, school visits and interviews. This gives successful applicants the opportunity to experience the school environment and ensure the role is the right fit ahead of the September start.

About the Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, highly differentiated lessons tailored to the individual needs of pupils with PMLD.
• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating classroom environment where every pupil can achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised learning programmes.
• Support pupils with complex communication, sensory, physical and medical needs.
• Deliver learning in line with EHCP outcomes and monitor individual pupil progress.
• Use specialist communication strategies and sensory learning approaches to maximise engagement.
• Promote pupils' independence, confidence, communication and life skills.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to annual reviews and assessment meetings.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Essential
• Previous experience teaching pupils with PMLD or significant experience teaching children with complex Special Educational Needs.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs and highly differentiated teaching.
• Experience supporting pupils with complex communication, physical disabilities and sensory needs.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding education for pupils with additional needs.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Available to work full-time from September 2026.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with pupils with Autism (ASD), SLD, MLD or complex medical needs.
• Knowledge of communication approaches such as Makaton, PECS, Intensive Interaction or similar.
• Experience delivering sensory-based learning and personalised interventions.
• Moving and Handling training is advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• September 2026 start.
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available.
• Supportive leadership team and experienced SEN professionals.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Well-resourced specialist SEN environment.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process.

About Your Teaching

Your Teaching works with schools across London to connect exceptional education professionals with rewarding opportunities. We pride ourselves on providing a professional, transparent and supportive recruitment service to both schools and candidates. Your Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Apply Now

The school is already arranging trial days and interviews for suitable candidates ahead of the September start. Applications are being reviewed as they are received, and the school is keen to secure an outstanding PMLD Teacher early. Early applications are strongly encouraged.