Lecturer in Foundation Learning – PMLD / SLD

Lecturer in Foundation Learning – PMLD / SLD
Hayes & Uxbridge | Part-Time (4 Days per Week) | September 2026 Start

Salary: £26,743 - £37,294 per annum
Location: Hayes / Uxbridge, West London
Start Date: September 2026

Lecturer in Foundation Learning – PMLD / SLD | Specialist SEND Opportunity

Clarus Education is proud to be working with a highly respected Further Education provider in West London to recruit two outstanding part-time Lecturers in Foundation Learning specialising in PMLD, SLD, and Autism.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Foundation Studies department, with positions based either at a newly opening specialist SEND centre or an established campus setting.

If you are a compassionate, skilled educator with experience supporting learners with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), and complex needs, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

The Role

As a Foundation Learning Lecturer, you will:

• Teach a range of learners across ELD, LLD, PMLD, ASD, and complex needs programmes
• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to mixed-ability and mixed-age groups
• Lead and manage students with PMLD, SLD, and Autism within specialist educational settings
• Plan, develop, and implement personalised curriculum programmes tailored to EHCP outcomes
• Coordinate Learning Support Assistants effectively across all teaching environments
• Deliver a holistic education programme focused on academic, social, emotional, and physical development
• Carry out formative and summative assessments, target setting, and learner progress reviews
• Develop curriculum pathways for students with complex SEND and communication needs
• Support Total Communication approaches and wider community-based curriculum opportunities
• Participate in enrichment activities, residential trips, and Foundation Learning events

Person Specification

Essential:

• Degree in a relevant subject area OR Level 3 qualification with substantial Foundation Learning teaching experience
• Experience teaching learners with ASD, SLD, and PMLD
• Previous teaching experience within a Further Education setting
• Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice
• Experience planning, delivering, and assessing differentiated lessons
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or equivalent)
• Excellent classroom management and inclusive behaviour strategies
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills and willingness to integrate ICT into teaching
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Desirable:

• Level 5 FE teaching qualification (DET/DIT or equivalent)
• Specialist SEND qualifications
• Experience with Total Communication, PECS, Makaton, TEACCH, or similar specialist approaches

Teacher Training Provided

For candidates who do not yet hold a full teaching qualification, excellent training and professional development opportunities are available.

Why Join Through Clarus Education?

• Dedicated education recruitment specialists
• Access to exclusive FE and SEND vacancies
• Expert CV, interview, and application support
• Long-term career guidance
• Personalised service tailored to your educational specialism

Apply Today

If you are passionate about transforming the lives of young people with additional needs and are ready to join an ambitious specialist Foundation Learning team, we want to hear from you.

Contact Clarus Education today to apply for this exciting September 2026 opportunity.

Clarus Education – Inspiring educators. Transforming futures.

To apply for this Foundation Learning Lecturer role, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 2 working days of an application.

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