PMLD Teacher, Parker Smith Inclusion

Special Needs Teacher - Secondary Specialist School

Location: Sutton

Start Date: ASAP - July 2026

£186.73 - £248.88 per day (PAYE) - Outter London rates of pay

Full-Time | Long-Term

Via Parker Smith Inclusion

Are you a passionate and resilient teacher with a commitment to inclusive education? Do you want to make a lasting impact on the lives of students with complex needs? Parker Smith Inclusion is working in partnership with an outstanding secondary special school that supports students with a wide range of needs, including Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), sensory processing challenges, and physical and mobility difficulties.

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Special Needs Teacher to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis starting ASAP until July 2026.

About the Role:

You will be teaching a small class of secondary-aged students with complex needs, supported by a team of skilled and experienced support staff. The curriculum is adapted to suit a wide range of abilities and needs, with a strong emphasis on communication, independence, sensory integration, and life skills.

Responsibilities:

• Planning and delivering differentiated lessons tailored to students’ EHCPs
• Leading a class team of support staff including TAs and therapists
• Creating a nurturing, engaging, and safe learning environment
• Supporting students with personal care, moving and handling where required
• Using communication systems such as Makaton or PECS to support non-verbal learners
• Working closely with multidisciplinary teams including SALTs, OTs, and physiotherapists

You Will Need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
• Experience working with students with SEND, particularly Autism, SLD, and PMLD
• Confidence in supporting students with personal care and sensory needs
• A calm, creative, and empathetic approach
• Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, or other AAC systems is highly desirable
• First Aid training is a bonus but not essential

Why Join This School?

• A well-resourced, supportive, and inclusive setting
• Excellent staff-to-student ratios
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEND training
• A welcoming and collaborative team committed to student-centred learning

Why Parker Smith Inclusion?

• PAYE (no umbrella deductions)
• Specialist SEND consultants who understand your role
• Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent placement
• Regular check-ins and career development support

If you’re a dedicated teacher looking to work in a setting where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Jamie Martinez at Parker Smith Inclusion today for more information about this rewarding Special Needs Teacher role.

Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant referencing.