PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 02/07/26About the Role
A respected school is seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to join its specialist primary provision, focusing on pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This challenging and rewarding long-term, permanent role is available for an immediate start, offering the chance to make a profound difference to young lives. You will provide crucial support within an inclusive educational setting, contributing to the holistic development of pupils. This vital position offers a daily rate of £95 - £120, commensurate with the significant responsibilities involved.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care needs, ensuring dignity and respect for all pupils.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities to enhance learning and development.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes as directed by specialists.
* Support pupils' communication, mobility, and independence across the school day.
* Collaborate effectively with class teachers and other professionals to ensure a cohesive support approach.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties, ideally within a primary school setting.
* You demonstrate exceptional patience, empathy, and resilience when working with complex needs.
* A genuine commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment is essential.
* You are confident and competent in assisting with personal care requirements, always maintaining professional standards.
* You are a proactive and adaptable individual, capable of responding to diverse pupil needs.
* You are an excellent communicator, able to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals.
Why Join
A respected school is seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to join its specialist primary provision, focusing on pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This challenging and rewarding long-term, permanent role is available for an immediate start, offering the chance to make a profound difference to young lives. You will provide crucial support within an inclusive educational setting, contributing to the holistic development of pupils. This vital position offers a daily rate of £95 - £120, commensurate with the significant responsibilities involved.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care needs, ensuring dignity and respect for all pupils.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities to enhance learning and development.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes as directed by specialists.
* Support pupils' communication, mobility, and independence across the school day.
* Collaborate effectively with class teachers and other professionals to ensure a cohesive support approach.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties, ideally within a primary school setting.
* You demonstrate exceptional patience, empathy, and resilience when working with complex needs.
* A genuine commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment is essential.
* You are confident and competent in assisting with personal care requirements, always maintaining professional standards.
* You are a proactive and adaptable individual, capable of responding to diverse pupil needs.
* You are an excellent communicator, able to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals.
Why Join
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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