PMLD Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant to join our SEN team in a mainstream school. You will support children and young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), autism and other complex needs within a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment.

Working closely with teachers and support staff, you will help pupils access learning, develop communication and social skills, build independence and achieve their individual potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about special educational needs (SEN) who wants to make a positive difference while gaining valuable experience in a specialist education setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering personalised learning programmes and activities.
• Provide support with personal care, mobility and daily routines in line with individual care plans.
• Use sensory activities and communication strategies to support learning and engagement.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence and positive social skills.
• Support children with complex communication needs, using alternative communication methods where appropriate.
• Observe and record pupils’ progress, behaviour and responses, providing feedback to the teaching team.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Prepare and adapt learning resources to meet individual needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean and supportive learning environment.
• Work effectively with teachers, colleagues, families and other professionals.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with PMLD, autism or other SEN is desirable.
• Previous experience in a teaching, support or specialist education setting is advantageous.
• Understanding of special educational needs and complex learning difficulties.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient and adaptable approach.
• Ability to remain calm and respond positively to challenging situations.
• Strong teamwork and organisational skills.
• Commitment to promoting inclusion, safeguarding and the wellbeing of pupils.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and helping them achieve their potential.

What We Offer

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive specialist education team and develop your experience working with children with complex needs. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ learning, development, independence and wellbeing.

If you are compassionate, reliable and passionate about working in special education, we would love to hear from you.