Job Description
Job Title: Special Needs Teachers - SLD & PMLD Schools\n Location: Hillingdon, West London\n Start Date: September 2025\n Contract Type: Full-Time / Long-Term / Flexible Supply\n Salary: Competitive PAYE Rates - Based on Experience\n\nTradewind Recruitment is working closely with several specialist schools in Hillingdon catering for children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). We are currently recruiting experienced and passionate Special Needs Teachers for full-time positions starting September 2025.\n\nThese roles are ideal for teachers with a background in complex needs settings who are committed to providing meaningful, inclusive, and highly personalised learning experiences.\n\nAbout the Schools:\n\nThe schools support pupils aged 4-19 with a range of complex needs, including:\n\nSevere Learning Difficulties (SLD)\n\nProfound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)\n\nComplex medical needs and physical disabilities\n\nAutism with significant cognitive delay\n\nNon-verbal communication and sensory processing differences\n\nClass sizes are small and supported by multiple Teaching Assistants and, where needed, specialist staff such as nurses, physiotherapists, and speech and language therapists. The curriculum is highly adapted and often focuses on communication, independence, sensory integration, and life skills.\n\nThe Role:\n\nAs an SLD/PMLD Teacher, you will:\n\nDeliver personalised, engaging and multi-sensory lessons to meet individual EHCP outcomes\n\nSupport pupils with intimate care needs, feeding routines, and use of mobility aids or specialist equipment (training provided)\n\nWork collaboratively with classroom support staff and therapy teams\n\nUse a range of communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton, and AAC\n\nFoster a safe, nurturing and consistent classroom environment\n\nTrack progress against highly individualised learning goals and contribute to Annual Reviews\n\nEssential Requirements:\n\nQualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS)\n\nPrevious experience teaching in an SLD or PMLD setting\n\nKnowledge of specialist teaching approaches, including sensory learning and communication systems\n\nA calm, empathetic and resilient approach\n\nAbility to adapt to the physical and emotional needs of pupils with complex needs\n\nStrong commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding\n\nWhy Choose Tradewind Recruitment?\n\nPAYE only - no umbrella companies or hidden deductions\n\nAccess to The National College - 2,500+ CPD courses, including specialist SEND and medical needs training\n\nFull support from experienced SEND consultants who understand the demands of complex needs settings\n\nOpportunities across Hillingdon in welcoming, well-equipped schools\n\nLong-term or flexible placements available to suit your experience and lifestyle\n\nFree, accredited training in safeguarding, moving & handling, and communication methods\n\nIf you are a passionate SEND teacher with experience in SLD or PMLD settings and you're looking to join supportive schools that make a genuine difference, we want to hear from you.\n\nApply now to join Tradewind Recruitment and help shape the futures of pupils with complex needs in Hillingdon's specialist schools