PMLD Teacher

Salary/Rate:£186.73 - £248.88

Job type:Contract

Town/City:Kingston

County:South West London

Type of Role:Qualified Teacher

Job ref:9354

Post Date:08.05.25

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Meet Our Recruiter

Jamie Martinez

SEND Consultant

02030114848

jamie@psinclusion.co.uk

About the Role

PMLD Teacher – Inspiring Opportunity to Make a Lasting Impact

Location: Kingston Upon Thames
Salary: M1 - M6 (£186.73 - £248.88) PAYE
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-Term, and Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a passionate and dedicated educator with experience supporting learners with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)? We are seeking a compassionate and skilled PMLD Teacher to join our specialist team and help shape the futures of our incredible pupils.

Our school is a warm, welcoming, and Outstanding special school in the heart of Kingston, dedicated to supporting pupils with a wide range of complex needs, including profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). We are looking for a passionate and skilled PMLD Teacher to join our growing team and help make a real difference to the lives of our exceptional pupils.

This is a nurturing and forward-thinking special school committed to providing a meaningful, person-centred education for children and young people aged 4 - 19 with complex needs, including PMLD. Our supportive staff team works collaboratively to ensure every child has the opportunity to learn, communicate, and thrive in a safe and stimulating environment.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering a creative, highly differentiated curriculum tailored to meet the complex needs of a small class of pupils with PMLD. With access to a wide range of sensory resources and specialist support, you will help each pupil to achieve their full potential, no matter how small the steps.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver individualised and engaging lessons using sensory, therapeutic, and multi-modal approaches
Work closely with a team of TAs, therapists, and parents/carers to create a consistent and holistic learning experience
Monitor and record pupil progress, celebrating every achievement
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel safe, respected, and valued
Create a calm, safe, and stimulating classroom environment using sensory and therapeutic strategies
Work collaboratively with families, therapists, and outside agencies to support pupil progress and wellbeing
Assess and celebrate every step of progress using appropriate frameworks (e.g., Engagement Model, MAPP)

About You:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience working with children or young people with PMLD and complex needs
Skilled in using AAC, sensory strategies, and personalised planning
Patient, empathetic, and resilient with a passion for inclusive education
Excellent communication and teamwork skills

What We Offer:

A supportive leadership team and welcoming school community
Ongoing CPD and training in specialist approaches and interventions
Well-resourced classrooms with access to sensory rooms, hydrotherapy, and assistive technology
Opportunities for career development and progression

Ready to make a real difference?
Apply now and become a vital part of a school where every day brings joy, challenge, and the chance to change lives.

To apply, call me on 0203 111 4848 or submit an application on our website or send your CV and a cover letter to Jamie Martinez at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and references.

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