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Special Needs Teacher

Prospero Teaching
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 6LN, England

Salary

£140 - £200 per day

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The PMLD Teacher position involves delivering bespoke learning programmes tailored to meet the unique needs of each student in Skelmersdale.
  • Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification and at least two years of experience working with children or young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD).
  • The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to use various methods, such as Makaton and PECS, to engage students effectively.
  • The pay range for this full-time temporary position is between £140 and £200 per day, with an immediate start date and ongoing duration.
  • Applicants must hold the right to work in the UK and possess an enhanced DBS certificate, or be willing to apply for one.

As a PMLD Teacher, you will deliver bespoke learning programmes tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you will ensure the educational, emotional, and physical development of learners, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities of a PMLD Teacher:

  • Plan and deliver highly personalised lessons, incorporating sensory and therapeutic approaches.
  • Use a range of communication methods, including Makaton, PECS, or AAC, to engage and support students.
  • Monitor and assess progress, maintaining detailed records and adjusting plans to meet individual needs.
  • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and families to provide a holistic approach to education.
  • Promote independence, life skills, and self-confidence in students.

The successful PMLD Teaching candidate will have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent qualification.
  • Experience working with children or young people with PMLD.
  • Knowledge of strategies and resources for supporting students with sensory and physical disabilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient and empathetic approach.
  • Resilience and creativity in adapting to the unique challenges of working with PMLD students.
  • Up to date Safeguarding, Prevent, and Professional Boundaries training (or be willing to undertake it).

Position Details:

  • Location: Skelmersdale
  • Position: PMLD Teacher
  • Hours: (Apply online only)
  • Type of Work: Temporary
  • Full time/Part time: Full time only
  • Minimum Rate of Pay: 140 - 200
  • Start date: ASAP
  • End date: Ongoing

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

  • Hold Right to Work in the UK
  • Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
  • Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years

OTHER

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

  • Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
  • In-house Training and Development Team

Contract/Position Details:

Job Reference:

VR/(phone number removed)
IND-TEACH
IND-SEN

Location:

England, Skelmersdale

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