Qualified SEND Teacher – PMLD / Complex Needs - Basildon

Temp to Perm

Date Posted: Tuesday 03 November 2026

, Ref: 14678

Location: Benfleet, Essex
Salary: £35,600–£48,500 per annum plus SEN allowance (indicative, depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: To be confirmed

Some pupils need a different approach to learning. We're looking for a teacher who understands how important that can be.

Parker Smith Inclusion is working with a specialist school in Benfleet that supports pupils aged 3–19 with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD) and complex needs.

The school is looking for a Qualified Teacher who can adapt their teaching to individual pupils, create engaging learning opportunities and help every child make progress in their own way.

About the Role

You'll be responsible for planning and delivering lessons that reflect the individual needs and abilities of your pupils.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and delivering personalised lessons

  • Adapting the curriculum to suit different abilities and learning styles

  • Supporting communication, sensory development and independence

  • Setting individual learning targets and monitoring progress

  • Working closely with Learning Support Assistants and other professionals

  • Creating a safe, positive and engaging classroom environment

Who We're Looking For

You'll need to hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

Experience working with pupils with PMLD, SLD or complex needs would be beneficial, although teachers from other SEND and specialist education backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.

We're particularly interested in teachers who are:

  • Patient, adaptable and understanding

  • Confident differentiating lessons to meet individual needs

  • Creative in finding ways to engage pupils

  • Comfortable working as part of a wider support team

  • Passionate about helping pupils develop communication, independence and life skills

Why Work with Parker Smith Inclusion?

  • Specialist SEND recruitment agency

  • Over 400 five-star Google reviews from educators

  • Personalised support throughout your job search

  • Honest advice and guidance

  • CV and interview preparation

  • Access to specialist teaching opportunities

Interested?

If you're a qualified teacher looking for your next opportunity in specialist SEND education, we'd be happy to have a conversation.

Contact Danny at Parker Smith Inclusion:

Phone: 0203 011 4848
Email: danny@psinclusion.co.uk

Not quite the right role? Apply to register your interest and hear about other SEND teaching opportunities.

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