PMLD Teacher

Location: Camden Town

SEN PMLD Classroom Teacher

Salary:
Inner London Main Scale / Upper Pay Scale + 1 SEN Point

Start Date:

April 2026 (Summer Term 2026)

An established community-maintained special school in Inner London is seeking to appoint a SEN PMLD classroom teacher from April 2026.

The setting supports pupils aged 4-19 with complex learning needs within a single-site provision. Learners follow a range of curriculum pathways across Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Post-16, enabling continuity, shared expertise, and close collaboration between phases.

The Role

The successful candidate will take responsibility for a class of pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), working closely with a skilled team of support staff and specialist professionals to deliver highly personalised, inclusive learning experiences.

Requirements

Experience working with pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties and Multi-Sensory Impairments
Understanding of cognition and learning for pupils with PMLD
Knowledge of personalised communication approaches, such as Makaton and PECS
Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development (training is available within the team)
Benefits

A supportive SEN environment that values specialist expertise and professional autonomy
Daily protected time with the class team for planning, reflection, training, and professional dialogue (8:30-9:15am each day, in addition to PPA time; pupils arrive between 9:15-9:30am)
Access to specialist resources, therapy input, and assistive and augmentative communication tools
Regular SEN-focused professional development opportunities, including PMLD practice, communication strategies, and inclusive pedagogy
An allocated mentor to support induction, reflective practice, multi-agency working, parental partnership, assessment, and annual review processes
A collaborative culture that encourages shared problem-solving and reflective SEN practice
A comprehensive training and mentoring programme for Early Career Teachers, with on-site support from experienced SEN professionals
The opportunity to make a meaningful and sustained impact on pupils with complex needs within a values-driven setting

Essential Criteria

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Commitment to inclusive, nurturing and inspiring practice
Passion for creating positive and responsive learning environments
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external specialists
Knowledge and understanding of special educational needs gained through classroom experience

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed SEN teacher to join a supportive, reflective team and make a genuine difference to the lives of pupils with complex needs while being valued and well-supported in their professional practice.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now for this start position