SEN Lecturer (PMLD)

SEN Lecturer (PMLD)

Salary: £33,429 to £46,618 per annum, including London WeightingTeacher training provided

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a visionary educator with a deep-seated commitment to students with complex neurological and physical profiles? We are looking for a Specialist Lecturer to spearhead the educational strategy for learners with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Autism.

This is more than a teaching post; it is a mandate to architect a holistic learning experience that balances physical therapy, social integration, and academic milestones. You will lead a dedicated classroom team to ensure every student, regardless of their starting point, has a voice and a pathway to success.

Benefits

• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Performance and Professional Growth
• Generous Holiday & Working Terms
• Comprehensive CPD & Specialist Training

Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Architecture: Design and implement bespoke, non-qualification-based learning programmes that cater specifically to profound and complex needs.

• Team Leadership: Coordinate and mentor a team of Learning Support Assistants to ensure a seamless and safe learning environment.

• Holistic Assessment: Utilise formative and summative tools to track progress against individual EHCP objectives, ensuring every small win is celebrated and documented.

• Subject Advocacy: Act as the lead specialist for PMLD within the section, driving the adoption of assistive technologies and innovative sensory resources

• Student Stewardship: Manage the full student lifecycle from initial interview and induction to preparing them for their next stage of life or employability

Requirements:

• Qualifications: You hold a Level 5 teaching qualification (or are prepared to work toward one) and ideally possess a degree-level specialisation in SEN.

• Practitioner Excellence: You have a proven track record of supporting students with ASD, SLD, and PMLD, preferably within a Further Education setting.

• Communication Mastery: You are proficient in (or eager to master) specialised communication frameworks like Makaton, PECS, or Total Communication.

• Strategic Mindset: You stay up-to-date with the SEND Code of Practice and are comfortable implementing safety protocols like Team Teach or CALM.

Even if you don't meet every single criteria listed, if you are a resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting students and a willingness to learn, we would still love to hear from you.

Could this be your next challenge? Please apply via this page with a copy of your CV.

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