Full Time PMLD Teacher

Are you a committed

and compassionate teacher with a passion for supporting pupils with profound

and multiple learning difficulties?

St Francis

Special School, part of the Federation of Heathfield and St Francis Schools, is

seeking an enthusiastic and skilled PMLD Teacher to join our dedicated

team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils

with complex needs within a nurturing and highly supportive special school

environment.

About Us

The Federation

provides high‑quality education for pupils with a wide range of complex needs,

including moderate, severe and profound learning difficulties. At St Francis,

we place a strong emphasis on communication, sensory learning, emotional

wellbeing and independence, ensuring every pupil is supported to achieve

their full potential.

The Role

As a PMLD

Teacher, you will:

Deliver high‑quality,

personalised learning for pupils with profound and complex needs

Plan and adapt learning to meet

individual EHCP outcomes

Use a range of sensory,

engagement‑based and communication approaches

Create a safe, calm and highly

structured learning environment

Work closely with Learning

Support Assistants and therapists to deliver consistent support

Promote pupils’ communication,

independence, emotional regulation and wellbeing

Build positive and trusting

relationships with pupils, families and multi‑agency professionals

We Are Looking

For Someone Who:

Is a qualified teacher

(primary or secondary) with a strong interest in SEND and PMLD

Demonstrates excellent classroom

practice and adaptability

Has a good understanding of sensory

learning, communication strategies and promoting positive well-being

Works effectively as part of a

multi‑disciplinary team

Is reflective, resilient and

committed to inclusive practice

Shares our commitment to

safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Experience of

working in a special school or pupils with PMLD is desirable.