PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 06/09/26About the Role
Join a well-established school in Colchester, Essex, seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to commence as soon as possible. This long-term, permanent opportunity involves providing essential support within a specialist provision catering to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. You will be instrumental in creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment, directly contributing to the holistic development and wellbeing of every child. The daily rate for this impactful role ranges from £95 to £120, acknowledging your vital contribution to an inclusive educational setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and comfort for all children.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities designed to promote engagement and development.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes under the guidance of specialists.
* Collaborate effectively with class teachers and other professionals to tailor learning experiences.
* Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to ongoing assessments and planning.
About You
* You possess previous experience supporting children or young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* A compassionate and patient approach is central to your professional practice.
* You are adept at communicating effectively with pupils who have complex needs.
* The ability to follow and implement bespoke learning and therapy plans is essential.
* You demonstrate a proactive and adaptable attitude within a dynamic school environment.
* A commitment to continuous professional development in special educational needs is highly valued.
Why Join
This is an exceptional chance to make a profound difference in the lives of pupils with complex needs within a supportive and inclusive primary setting. You will become part of a dedicated team committed to excellence, where professional growth and continuous learning are actively encouraged. Embrace an incredibly rewarding role that offers the satisfaction of truly impacting young lives every day.
Join a well-established school in Colchester, Essex, seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to commence as soon as possible. This long-term, permanent opportunity involves providing essential support within a specialist provision catering to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. You will be instrumental in creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment, directly contributing to the holistic development and wellbeing of every child. The daily rate for this impactful role ranges from £95 to £120, acknowledging your vital contribution to an inclusive educational setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated 1:1 and small group support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and comfort for all children.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities designed to promote engagement and development.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes under the guidance of specialists.
* Collaborate effectively with class teachers and other professionals to tailor learning experiences.
* Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to ongoing assessments and planning.
About You
* You possess previous experience supporting children or young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* A compassionate and patient approach is central to your professional practice.
* You are adept at communicating effectively with pupils who have complex needs.
* The ability to follow and implement bespoke learning and therapy plans is essential.
* You demonstrate a proactive and adaptable attitude within a dynamic school environment.
* A commitment to continuous professional development in special educational needs is highly valued.
Why Join
This is an exceptional chance to make a profound difference in the lives of pupils with complex needs within a supportive and inclusive primary setting. You will become part of a dedicated team committed to excellence, where professional growth and continuous learning are actively encouraged. Embrace an incredibly rewarding role that offers the satisfaction of truly impacting young lives every day.
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