PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 05/10/26About the Role
Join an innovative school dedicated to nurturing every child's potential, as a PMLD Support Assistant. This is a vital long-term, permanent role, commencing as soon as possible, where you will provide dedicated assistance to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a specialist provision. Your commitment will directly contribute to the daily progress and well-being of young learners, working across a range of activities. This position offers a competitive daily rate of between £95 and £120, reflecting the significant impact you will make within our supportive educational community.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist pupils with personal care needs, maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities designed to enhance learning experiences.
* Support the effective implementation of individualised therapy programmes for pupils.
* Contribute to creating a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment for everyone.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure holistic pupil development.
About You
* You possess previous experience supporting individuals with profound and multiple learning difficulties or complex special educational needs.
* A compassionate, patient, and understanding approach is fundamental to your professional ethos.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships.
* You are proactive and adaptable, thriving in a dynamic and evolving educational setting.
* A genuine commitment to fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of pupils drives your work.
* You understand and uphold robust safeguarding principles, prioritising pupil safety and welfare.
Why Join
Becoming part of our team means joining a deeply supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions are truly valued. You will find ample opportunities for professional growth and development within our innovative school community. Make a profound difference in the lives of our pupils, contributing to their success and happiness every day.
Join an innovative school dedicated to nurturing every child's potential, as a PMLD Support Assistant. This is a vital long-term, permanent role, commencing as soon as possible, where you will provide dedicated assistance to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a specialist provision. Your commitment will directly contribute to the daily progress and well-being of young learners, working across a range of activities. This position offers a competitive daily rate of between £95 and £120, reflecting the significant impact you will make within our supportive educational community.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist pupils with personal care needs, maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities designed to enhance learning experiences.
* Support the effective implementation of individualised therapy programmes for pupils.
* Contribute to creating a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment for everyone.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure holistic pupil development.
About You
* You possess previous experience supporting individuals with profound and multiple learning difficulties or complex special educational needs.
* A compassionate, patient, and understanding approach is fundamental to your professional ethos.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships.
* You are proactive and adaptable, thriving in a dynamic and evolving educational setting.
* A genuine commitment to fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of pupils drives your work.
* You understand and uphold robust safeguarding principles, prioritising pupil safety and welfare.
Why Join
Becoming part of our team means joining a deeply supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions are truly valued. You will find ample opportunities for professional growth and development within our innovative school community. Make a profound difference in the lives of our pupils, contributing to their success and happiness every day.
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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