PMLD Class Teacher

Job Title: PMLD Class Teacher
Location: Benfleet, Essex
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPR + SEN1 Allowance

Are you a passionate and creative Teacher with experience supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties / PMLD?

Do you have the ability to deliver highly personalised, sensory-led learning to pupils with complex needs?

Are you looking to join a supportive specialist setting where you can make a genuine difference to pupils' communication, engagement and development?

Teacher Active is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in the Benfleet area that is looking to appoint a dedicated PMLD Class Teacher on a full-time, permanent basis from January 2027.

The school supports pupils with a range of complex learning and additional needs and places a strong emphasis on personalised learning, communication and holistic development. The successful Teacher will work closely with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, healthcare professionals and families to ensure each pupil receives the individual support they require.

The role would suit an experienced SEND Teacher or a mainstream Teacher who has a genuine passion for working with pupils with complex needs. Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs with the right attitude and enthusiasm for specialist education.

• Planning and delivering engaging, sensory-rich and highly personalised lessons

• Supporting pupils with PMLD and complex additional needs

• Leading and supporting a classroom team of Learning Support Assistants

• Adapting teaching approaches to meet individual Education, Health and Care Plan / EHCP outcomes

• Supporting pupils with communication, interaction and engagement

• Working collaboratively with therapists, healthcare professionals and other specialist staff

• Monitoring and recording pupil progress, including small but meaningful developmental achievements

• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and carers

• Contributing to Annual Reviews and wider pupil development meetings

• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and pupil wellbeing

• QTS / Qualified Teacher Status

• Experience with in SEND, PMLD, SLD or another specialist education setting is desirable

• A strong understanding of differentiated and individualised learning

• Confidence working with pupils with complex learning and communication needs

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach

• The ability to lead and support classroom support staff effectively

• A genuine passion for helping pupils with SEND reach their individual potential

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• Guaranteed Payment Scheme - Terms and Conditions apply

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market-leading rates of pay

• Teacher Active Referral Scheme - receive up to £100 when you refer a friend, Terms an