PMLD Teaching Assistant | Specialist SEN School | London Borough of Lambeth | £97–£110 per day PAYE
Are you passionate about supporting children with profound and multiple learning disabilities? Do you have the patience, compassion and dedication to help children with complex needs access meaningful learning experiences and develop at their own pace?
Ortus Recruitment is seeking dedicated and compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist educational setting in the London Borough of Lambeth. This is an opportunity to become part of a supportive specialist team, working alongside experienced teaching staff to provide personalised care, educational support and meaningful developmental opportunities for children with profound and multiple learning disabilities, autism and additional complex needs.
We are looking for individuals who understand that progress looks different for every child and who can bring consistency, patience and genuine commitment to their everyday work.
The Role
As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils with significant and complex needs, ensuring they feel safe, included and encouraged throughout the school day.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting teachers in delivering individualised learning programmes tailored to pupils with PMLD, autism and other complex needs.
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support, encouraging pupils to participate in educational and developmental activities.
- Assisting with personal care, mobility and daily living requirements in accordance with individual care plans and school procedures.
- Facilitating sensory-based learning activities to encourage engagement, communication and development.
- Supporting pupils with complex communication needs, including the use of visual aids, symbols, objects of reference and alternative communication methods.
- Observing and recording pupils’ responses, achievements and developmental progress.
- Encouraging positive social interaction, emotional security and participation in classroom activities.
- Adapting learning resources and activities to accommodate individual sensory, physical and cognitive needs.
- Maintaining a safe, structured and nurturing environment at all times.
- Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and wider specialist support staff.
The Ideal Candidate
We are particularly interested in candidates who have a genuine understanding of profound and multiple learning disabilities and the level of support these pupils may require.
To be considered, you should ideally demonstrate:
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, complex SEN or autism.
- Experience working within a specialist school, SEN provision or another relevant care or educational setting.
- An understanding of sensory learning, alternative communication methods and individualised support strategies.
- Confidence supporting pupils with personal care and mobility requirements, where applicable.
- A calm, patient and compassionate approach when responding to different behaviours and communication needs.
- The ability to build trusting relationships and recognise the individual needs of each pupil.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to follow guidance from teaching and specialist professionals.
- A proactive attitude and genuine commitment to improving the educational and personal development of children with complex needs.
DBS & Safeguarding Requirements
Due to the nature of this specialist educational setting, all candidates must:
- Hold an Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the DBS Update Service, or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS as part of the recruitment process.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
- Be committed to promoting the welfare, safety and dignity of every pupil.
Benefits
- £97–£110 per day PAYE, depending on experience and suitability.
- Direct PAYE employment arrangements (1 week arrears)
- No hidden umbrella fees or deductions.
- Clear and transparent pay arrangements.
- The opportunity to work within a specialist educational environment full time.
Location & Opportunity Details
Location: London Borough of Lambeth
Position: PMLD Teaching Assistant
Setting: Specialist SEN School
Daily Pay: £97–£110 PAYE
Specialism: Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), Autism and Complex SEN
Apply Today – Join Ortus Recruitment
If you have the experience, patience and dedication required to support children with profound and multiple learning disabilities, we would love to hear from you.
Whether your background is in specialist education, SEN support or a relevant care environment, we are interested in speaking with individuals who genuinely want to make a difference.
Please submit your full CV to be considered for this role.
PMLD Teaching Assistant | Specialist SEN School | London Borough of Lambeth | £97–£110 per day PAYE