Teacher of Complex Needs - Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

At Columbus School and College, we are looking for a creative and inspirational teacher to join our specialist team, working with Pupils aged 3 - 19 with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

We have high expectations for all our learners and are profoundly focused on preparing them for the future with a broad and ambitious curriculum tailored to their individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), developed in collaboration with parents, carers, and other professionals .

Here’s what we can offer you:

• A welcoming, skilled, and dedicated team of leaders, teachers, and staff who are passionate about our pupils.
• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive mentor to help you quickly settle in, feel a sense of belonging, and achieve success in your role.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and clear pathways for career progression.
• High levels of support to enhance your teaching practice, including collaborative work with Pioneer Special School in Basildon.
• Concise assessment systems designed to reduce workload, allowing you to focus on improving learning rather than just proving it.
• The chance to work in some of the highest quality learning environments in the country for pupils with special needs, across our two campuses.
• A culture where we want our pupils to be excited about coming to school and to truly love learning, feeling motivated and challenged every day. We achieve this by building precisely on what our pupils already know and can do.

Are you:

• Passionate about delivering outstanding education to pupils with PMLD, SLD and/or ASD?
• Creative and reflective in your teaching approach?
• Committed to making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people?

We welcome applications from those seeking full time or part time hours. If applying for part time, please include your preferred working pattern in your personal statement. We are happy to be flexible with days.

Come and see us in action!

We warmly encourage you to visit our school and experience our exceptional learning environment firsthand. To arrange a visit or schedule a friendly chat please contact Brooke Carr, our School Operations Manager, at bcarr@columbusschoolandcollege.org. School tours are also available upon request.

To apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button above.

Closing date: 3rd August 2025