PMLD Teacher

PMLD Teacher - Secondary School | September Start | Long-Term Role
Location: Newham
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Contract: Full-time | Long-term (with potential to become permanent)

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher with experience supporting students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)? We are working on behalf of a supportive and inclusive secondary school to recruit a committed PMLD Teacher to join their team from September 2025.

About the Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs. The successful candidate will lead a class of secondary-aged pupils with PMLD, delivering a tailored, sensory-based curriculum that supports both academic and personal development.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of students with PMLD
• Create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment
• Work closely with a dedicated team of support staff, therapists, and senior leaders
• Use alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECS, Eye Gaze)
• Assess progress and adapt teaching accordingly
• Build positive relationships with families and carers

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (e.g., overseas qualification, QTLS)
• Experience teaching students with PMLD or complex needs in a special or mainstream setting
• Skilled in using a range of communication and sensory strategies
• Compassionate, creative, and patient
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills

School & Agency Support:

• A well-resourced school with excellent SEN facilities
• Ongoing CPD opportunities
• Supportive SLT and collaborative staff environment
• Dedicated consultant to guide you through your placement

To apply, please submit your CV.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'