PMLD Teacher
PMLD Teacher (Full-Time / Long-Term)
Uxbridge | Specialist School Setting
September Start | MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance
Supply Desk is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly supportive and specialist school in the Uxbridge area to recruit a dedicated and compassionate PMLD Teacher. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), helping them to access learning, communication, and life skills in a nurturing and structured environment.
This role would suit a patient, empathetic, and highly adaptable teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and experienced in supporting pupils with complex medical and learning needs.
The Role
As a PMLD Teacher, you will deliver highly personalised, sensory-based learning to pupils with complex needs, focusing on communication, interaction, and engagement. You will play a key role in supporting pupils’ development through a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver creative, multi-sensory, and highly individualised lessons for pupils with PMLD
- Develop and implement EHCPs and personalised learning programmes
- Support pupils with complex medical, physical, and sensory needs
- Use specialist communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton, and intensive interaction
- Create a safe, calm, and stimulating learning environment
- Monitor, assess, and record small steps of progress against individual targets
- Work closely with teaching assistants to ensure high levels of care and learning support
- Collaborate with therapists, medical staff, parents, and carers
- Promote pupils’ independence, engagement, and wellbeing
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – desirable (candidates with extensive SEN experience may be considered)
- Experience working with pupils with PMLD, SLD, or complex needs
- Strong understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning approaches
- Calm, patient, and nurturing teaching style
- Confidence supporting pupils with physical and medical needs
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to work full-time in the Princes Risborough area
Desirable
- Experience in a specialist or PMLD setting
- Training in Makaton, PECS, or sensory-based learning approaches
- Knowledge of moving and handling procedures
- Experience working alongside external professionals (SALT, OT, physiotherapists)
- Team Teach or behaviour support training
Why This Role?
- Work in a highly specialised and supportive educational setting
- Make a profound difference in the lives of pupils with complex needs
- Opportunity for ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training
- Long-term role offering stability and career development
- Be part of a collaborative, caring, and multi-disciplinary team
How to Apply
If you are a passionate SEN Teacher looking for a deeply rewarding role supporting pupils with PMLD in the Princes Risborough area, we would love to hear from you.
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All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.