Summary: The MLD Teacher role is a part-time, ongoing temporary position within a specialist education setting, focused on supporting a small class of 10 pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). The position offers the potential to become permanent for the right candidate and includes dedicated planning and preparation time. The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting pupils with diverse learning needs and will work closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff. This role emphasizes the importance of tailored, engaging lessons and a nurturing teaching approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teaching a small class of 10 pupils within a supportive specialist environment.
- Planning and delivering differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
- Adapting the curriculum to be accessible, engaging and meaningful.
- Working closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff.
- Monitoring progress and contributing to reviews and learning plans.
- Using practical, hands-on and visual learning strategies.
Key Skills:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent).
- Experience working with MLD, SEN or inclusive education.
- Confident in planning and delivering differentiated lessons.
- Calm, patient and adaptable, with a nurturing teaching style.
- Passionate about supporting pupils to achieve their full potential.
Salary (Rate): £250/day
City: Bristol
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
MLD Teacher
Part-Time | Ongoing Temporary Role | Potential to Become Permanent
Tradewind Recruitment are currently working with a specialist education setting seeking a committed and enthusiastic part-time teacher to join their team, supporting a small class of 10 pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD).
This role is part-time and offered on a temporary basis, with the potential to become permanent for the right teacher. The successful candidate will be given dedicated planning and preparation time as part of their working week.
About the pupils
Pupils present with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Learning is typically below age-related expectations and requires clear differentiation
Some pupils may also have associated needs, such as speech and language delays, attention difficulties or social communication needs
Pupils benefit from structured routines, repetition and a supportive, encouraging approach
The role
Teaching a small class of 10 pupils within a supportive specialist environment
Planning and delivering differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs
Adapting the curriculum to be accessible, engaging and meaningful
Working closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff
Monitoring progress and contributing to reviews and learning plans
Using practical, hands-on and visual learning strategies
The ideal candidate
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
Experience working with MLD, SEN or inclusive
Confident in planning and delivering differentiated lessons
Calm, patient and adaptable, with a nurturing teaching style
Passionate about supporting pupils to achieve their full potential
Why work with Tradewind?
Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College
Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you
Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer
If you are a compassionate and committed teacher looking to work in a rewarding specialist environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment for more information.
