PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 14/07/26About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to join a exceptional school community. This rewarding long-term, permanent role involves providing specialist support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a tailored provision. You will play a crucial part in creating an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive and achieve their personal best.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored, compassionate support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and comfort for all pupils.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities to enhance learning and development.
* Collaborate effectively with class teachers and therapists to implement individualised therapy programmes.
* Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment conducive to learning.
* Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to assessment and planning.
About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Show genuine empathy, patience, and a nurturing approach towards pupils.
* Hold excellent communication skills, enabling effective liaison with staff, pupils, and families.
* Be proactive and resourceful, adapting swiftly to diverse pupil needs.
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Be a collaborative team player, eager to contribute positively to a supportive school community.
Why Join
Joining our school means becoming an integral part of a compassionate and dedicated community where your contributions will genuinely make a difference every day. We offer a supportive environment committed to professional growth and believe in fostering a sense of belonging for both pupils and staff. This is an unparalleled opportunity to impact young lives positively within a forward-thinking and inclusive setting.
We are seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to join a exceptional school community. This rewarding long-term, permanent role involves providing specialist support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a tailored provision. You will play a crucial part in creating an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive and achieve their personal best.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored, compassionate support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and comfort for all pupils.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities to enhance learning and development.
* Collaborate effectively with class teachers and therapists to implement individualised therapy programmes.
* Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment conducive to learning.
* Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to assessment and planning.
About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Show genuine empathy, patience, and a nurturing approach towards pupils.
* Hold excellent communication skills, enabling effective liaison with staff, pupils, and families.
* Be proactive and resourceful, adapting swiftly to diverse pupil needs.
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Be a collaborative team player, eager to contribute positively to a supportive school community.
Why Join
Joining our school means becoming an integral part of a compassionate and dedicated community where your contributions will genuinely make a difference every day. We offer a supportive environment committed to professional growth and believe in fostering a sense of belonging for both pupils and staff. This is an unparalleled opportunity to impact young lives positively within a forward-thinking and inclusive setting.
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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