PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 27/10/26About the Role
Join a dynamic school community dedicated to nurturing every child's potential. We are seeking a compassionate individual to provide essential support within our specialist provision for primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This long-term, permanent opportunity offers a daily rate between £95 and £120, commencing as soon as possible. Your vital contribution will make a tangible difference to the daily lives and learning journeys of our incredible young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated, tailored support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care needs sensitively and professionally.
* Deliver engaging sensory stimulation activities to promote development and engagement.
* Effectively implement individualised therapy programmes as directed by specialists.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff and external professionals to ensure holistic pupil progress.
* Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all children.
About You
* You possess demonstrable experience supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* An empathetic, patient, and resilient approach defines your professional practice.
* You are committed to promoting the well-being and safeguarding of every child.
* Exceptional communication skills enable you to connect effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
* The ability to work collaboratively within a dedicated team environment is essential.
* You are proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute positively to a supportive school community.
Why Join
Become an integral part of a truly supportive and welcoming school community where your dedication will be genuinely valued. This is a chance to empower incredible young learners every day, shaping their experiences and celebrating their achievements. We offer a rewarding environment where every member contributes to a shared vision of inclusive excellence.
Join a dynamic school community dedicated to nurturing every child's potential. We are seeking a compassionate individual to provide essential support within our specialist provision for primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This long-term, permanent opportunity offers a daily rate between £95 and £120, commencing as soon as possible. Your vital contribution will make a tangible difference to the daily lives and learning journeys of our incredible young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated, tailored support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care needs sensitively and professionally.
* Deliver engaging sensory stimulation activities to promote development and engagement.
* Effectively implement individualised therapy programmes as directed by specialists.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff and external professionals to ensure holistic pupil progress.
* Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all children.
About You
* You possess demonstrable experience supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* An empathetic, patient, and resilient approach defines your professional practice.
* You are committed to promoting the well-being and safeguarding of every child.
* Exceptional communication skills enable you to connect effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
* The ability to work collaboratively within a dedicated team environment is essential.
* You are proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute positively to a supportive school community.
Why Join
Become an integral part of a truly supportive and welcoming school community where your dedication will be genuinely valued. This is a chance to empower incredible young learners every day, shaping their experiences and celebrating their achievements. We offer a rewarding environment where every member contributes to a shared vision of inclusive excellence.
Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.
Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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