SEND Teacher – Autism, PMLD & Complex Needs

Location: South London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Setting: Specialist SEND School – Ages 3–19

• Are you a qualified SEND Teacher with experience supporting pupils with Autism, PMLD, SLD and complex learning needs?

• Do you have experience delivering highly differentiated, sensory and communication-focused learning within a specialist school?

• Are you a compassionate and adaptable teacher who is passionate about helping children and young people with complex needs achieve greater independence?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for an experienced SEND Teacher to join a specialist school supporting autistic learners aged 3–19.

The school supports pupils who experience multiple and complex barriers to learning and may require significant levels of individualised support. Many pupils also have severe learning difficulties, sensory processing needs, physical disabilities and complex medical needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who understands that progress within a complex SEND setting can look very different for every learner and who can create meaningful learning opportunities centred around communication, independence, regulation and emotional wellbeing.

The successful SEND Teacher will:

• Plan and deliver engaging and highly differentiated lessons for pupils with PMLD, SLD, Autism and complex SEND

• Develop pupils' communication, independence, sensory regulation, social interaction and physical development

• Deliver sensory and communication-focused learning tailored to individual needs

• Use approaches including Makaton, AAC, communication switches and sensory-based strategies

• Work closely with Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, healthcare professionals and support staff

• Contribute towards and review EHCP targets, ensuring they remain meaningful, measurable and achievable

• Support pupils with sensory and emotional regulation

• Monitor progress using small-step achievement frameworks

• Work with pupils who may have physical disabilities and complex medical requirements

• Understand the importance of feeding programmes, mobility support, positioning, wheelchair use and personal care in accordance with individual care plans

• Maintain regular communication with parents and carers regarding pupils' development and achievements

• Create a safe, positive and nurturing classroom environment

The ideal candidate will have:

• QTS, QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• Previous experience teaching pupils with PMLD, SLD, ASD and complex SEND

• Experience working within a special school environment

• Strong knowledge of sensory curriculum approaches and intensive interaction

• Experience using communication-focused teaching strategies

• Knowledge of AAC and alternative communication methods

• Experience supporting pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical needs

• A strong understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning

• A compassionate, patient and adaptable approach

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Working with TeacherActive

TeacherActive will provide you with:

• A dedicated SEND recruitment consultant

• Competitive rates of pay

• Access to long-term and permanent SEND opportunities

• Support throughout the registration and compliance process

• Opportunities within specialist SEND schools across London

• A referral scheme for recommending suitable education professionals

If you are an experienced SEND Teacher with a background in Autism, PMLD, SLD or complex needs and are looking for your next long-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your most up-to-date CV to discuss the role further.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.