Job Description
MLD Centre Teacher - Mainstream Primary School
Part Time (3 Days per week) Permanent Paid to Scale (MPS/UPS) Location: Redhill, Surrey
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an inspirational and dedicated MLD Centre Teacher to lead a thriving specialist provision for pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about SEND, committed to inclusive practice, and eager to make a meaningful difference in pupils lives.
About the Role
The successful candidate will take on a dual role as both MLD Centre Manager and Class Teacher, ensuring high-quality provision, strong leadership, and personalised teaching for pupils with a range of learning and communication needs.
Key Responsibilities
Work with the SENCO to maintain high-quality teaching, support, and resources.
Embed trust-wide policies and best practice within the specialist centre.
Lead team meetings, encourage collaboration, and support staff wellbeing.
Use assessment systems to track academic and holistic progress and report to senior leaders.
Liaise with Local Authority SEN caseworkers on admissions, consultations, funding, and placements.
Plan and manage inclusion timetables to ensure smooth transitions with mainstream classes.
Advocate for pupils with MLD and ensure full participation in whole-school events.
Oversee new pupil intake and support transitions to secondary or alternative settings.
Teaching & Learning
Deliver adaptive, high-quality teaching tailored to pupils sensory, communication, and learning needs.
Maintain a calm, structured, and nurturing learning environment.
Work with teaching assistants, therapists, and external specialists to implement EHCP targets.
Provide a personalised curriculum with supported access to mainstream learning.
Adapt the national curriculum to individual needs, focusing on communication, independence, and language enrichment.
Support sensory needs with guidance from occupational therapists.
Teach social, play, and leisure skills effectively.
Prepare pupils for secondary education through life-skills and independence development.
Build strong, supportive relationships with parents and carers.
What Were Looking For
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience or strong interest in: SEND pedagogy and inclusive teaching Working with pupils with moderate learning difficulties and social communication needs
A patient, resilient, and creative approach to behaviour and classroom management
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Enhanced DBS (on the update service or willingness to obtain one)
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please send an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.
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