Engagement for Learners Lead (SLD / PMLD) – SEN School, East Finchley
Temp to Perm | Full-Time from September
Lead Engagement. Inspire Connection. Transform Learning.
A specialist secondary SEN school in East Finchley is seeking an experienced and passionate Engagement for Learners Lead to join their team from September. This full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity is ideal for a practitioner with strong expertise in supporting students with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).
The school offers a nurturing, highly structured environment for students with complex needs, including autism, SLD, and PMLD. With small class sizes, a multidisciplinary approach, and a strong emphasis on communication, sensory engagement, and personalised learning, the school is committed to ensuring every student can access meaningful and enriching educational experiences.
The Role:

• Lead on engagement strategies across the school for learners with SLD and PMLD
• Develop and implement an inclusive, sensory-based curriculum tailored to complex needs
• Support and coach staff in delivering high-quality, engagement-focused teaching approaches (e.g. intensive interaction, sensory integration, communication strategies)
• Monitor and evaluate student engagement and progress, using appropriate frameworks and assessment tools
• Work collaboratively with therapists, support staff, and families to ensure a holistic approach to learning
• Champion a culture where every interaction is seen as an opportunity for learning and connection

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced SEN teacher or leader with a strong background in SLD and PMLD
• Proven experience in developing engagement strategies for learners with complex needs
• Deep understanding of communication approaches such as PECS, AAC, and intensive interaction
• Confident in leading staff training and driving whole-school practice
• Compassionate, reflective, and committed to inclusive education

Why Apply?

• A highly supportive and specialist SEN environment
• Opportunity to shape and lead engagement practice across the school
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Clear pathway from temporary to permanent employment
• A leadership team that prioritises staff development and wellbeing

Start Date: September (Full-Time)
Contract: Temp to Perm
If you are driven to improve engagement and outcomes for learners with the most complex needs, this is a rewarding leadership opportunity within a school that truly values every student’s voice and experience.
Apply now to make a meaningful difference.