PMLD Teacher

PMLD Teacher – Specialist SEND School  
 

Location: Greenwich 
Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: 08:30 am – 16:00 pm
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
 

Are you a compassionate and dedicated teacher with a passion for supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)?

We are currently recruiting for an exceptional PMLD Teacher to join a highly supportive and well-established specialist SEND school in Greenwich. This is a rewarding opportunity to
work within a nurturing, multidisciplinary environment where pupils with complex learning, physical, medical, and communication needs are supported to thrive both academically and personally.

The school benefits from:
● Purpose-built sensory and therapeutic learning environments
● Hydrotherapy and sensory integration facilities
● Specialist communication support including AAC
● A strong multidisciplinary team including therapists and healthcare professionals
● Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios
● A holistic curriculum tailored to individual EHCP outcomes
● A strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing, sensory regulation, and independence preparation

Key Responsibilities
● Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual EHCP targets
● Use sensory storytelling, tactile learning, music, movement, and interactive
approaches to engage learners
● Adapt teaching strategies to meet physical, sensory, and communication needs
 

Holistic Pupil Support
● Promote communication, independence, emotional regulation, and social interaction
● Support pupils with complex medical and physical needs within classroom routines
● Create a calm, structured, and nurturing learning environment Assistive Communication and SEND Strategies
● Support expressive and receptive communication development

Family and Carer Engagement
● Build positive relationships with parents and carers
● Provide regular feedback and updates regarding progress and wellbeing
● Work collaboratively to ensure consistency between school and home support

What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will need:
● A recognised teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, or equivalent)
● Experience teaching pupils with PMLD, SLD, ASD, or complex SEND needs
● A patient, nurturing, and flexible teaching style
● Strong understanding of sensory-based and communication-centred learning
● Experience supporting pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical needs
● Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, AAC, or Intensive Interaction approaches
● Excellent teamwork and communication skills
● A genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners

Application Process
If you feel you meet the criteria for this rewarding opportunity, please apply below or contact Engage Education directly for further information.
 

All applicants must hold a formally recognised teaching qualification.
 

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessfulon this occasion. However, we will retain your CV and continue to support you in your search.