PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 06/09/26About the Role
A thriving school in the West Midlands is seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to join their specialist provision. This long-term opportunity, with the potential for a permanent contract, involves providing essential support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. You will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment, working alongside a compassionate team to foster meaningful progress. This position is available for an immediate start.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care routines, maintaining dignity and promoting independence.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities to enhance learning and development.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes under the guidance of specialists.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.
* Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and highly supportive learning environment.
About You
* Possess previous experience working with children or young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Demonstrate exceptional empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.
* Be proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Exhibit excellent communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal, to connect with pupils.
* Hold a relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent, is desirable.
* Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
Why Join
Joining this school means becoming part of a truly supportive and forward-thinking educational community. You will have the chance to make a profound difference in the lives of incredible children every single day, whilst benefiting from ongoing professional development opportunities. A competitive daily rate of £95 - £120 is offered for this impactful long-term role, with the potential to transition into a permanent position.
A thriving school in the West Midlands is seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to join their specialist provision. This long-term opportunity, with the potential for a permanent contract, involves providing essential support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. You will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment, working alongside a compassionate team to foster meaningful progress. This position is available for an immediate start.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care routines, maintaining dignity and promoting independence.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities to enhance learning and development.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes under the guidance of specialists.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.
* Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and highly supportive learning environment.
About You
* Possess previous experience working with children or young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Demonstrate exceptional empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.
* Be proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Exhibit excellent communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal, to connect with pupils.
* Hold a relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent, is desirable.
* Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
Why Join
Joining this school means becoming part of a truly supportive and forward-thinking educational community. You will have the chance to make a profound difference in the lives of incredible children every single day, whilst benefiting from ongoing professional development opportunities. A competitive daily rate of £95 - £120 is offered for this impactful long-term role, with the potential to transition into a permanent position.
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