PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 03/09/26About the Role
Join a thriving school environment dedicated to providing exceptional support for its pupils. We are seeking a highly committed PMLD Support Assistant to work within our specialist provision, offering crucial assistance to primary-aged children with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This long-term, permanent opportunity, starting as soon as possible, offers a fulfilling career path for individuals passionate about making a significant difference to young lives.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated one-to-one and group support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and respect are maintained at all times.
* Plan and deliver engaging sensory stimulation activities tailored to individual pupil needs.
* Implement and monitor specific therapy programmes under the guidance of specialists.
* Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all pupils.
* Collaborate effectively with class teachers and other professionals to support pupil progress.
About You
* You possess a proven track record of supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* You demonstrate a genuine passion for working within a specialist SEN setting.
* You are compassionate, patient, and highly adaptable in your approach.
* You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with pupils and staff.
* You are proactive, resilient, and committed to continuous professional development.
* Relevant qualifications or significant experience in special educational needs support are highly desirable.
Why Join
This role offers an incredible chance to develop your career
Join a thriving school environment dedicated to providing exceptional support for its pupils. We are seeking a highly committed PMLD Support Assistant to work within our specialist provision, offering crucial assistance to primary-aged children with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This long-term, permanent opportunity, starting as soon as possible, offers a fulfilling career path for individuals passionate about making a significant difference to young lives.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated one-to-one and group support to primary pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and respect are maintained at all times.
* Plan and deliver engaging sensory stimulation activities tailored to individual pupil needs.
* Implement and monitor specific therapy programmes under the guidance of specialists.
* Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment for all pupils.
* Collaborate effectively with class teachers and other professionals to support pupil progress.
About You
* You possess a proven track record of supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* You demonstrate a genuine passion for working within a specialist SEN setting.
* You are compassionate, patient, and highly adaptable in your approach.
* You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with pupils and staff.
* You are proactive, resilient, and committed to continuous professional development.
* Relevant qualifications or significant experience in special educational needs support are highly desirable.
Why Join
This role offers an incredible chance to develop your career
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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