PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 04/09/26About the Role
Join a progressive school in Hertfordshire, seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to provide vital assistance to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This long-term, permanent opportunity offers an immediate start and a rewarding daily rate of £95 to £120. You will play a crucial role within a specialist SEN provision, contributing to an enriching and supportive educational journey for every child. This is an exceptional chance to make a tangible difference to young lives within a nurturing school community.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist primary-aged children with personal care routines, maintaining their dignity at all times.
* Lead and facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities tailored to individual needs.
* Support the implementation of personalised therapy programmes designed by specialists.
* Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other staff members.
About You
* You possess a proven background in supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* A compassionate and patient demeanour is essential for this role.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong relationships.
* The ability to work proactively and independently, as well as part of a team, is crucial.
* You hold a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
* Flexibility and adaptability are key attributes for meeting diverse pupil requirements.
Why Join
This school offers a deeply supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions are highly valued. You will embark on a truly impactful role, enriching the daily lives of remarkable children and their families. This is a unique opportunity to grow professionally within a dedicated team, experiencing the profound rewards of working in a specialist SEN setting.
Join a progressive school in Hertfordshire, seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to provide vital assistance to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties. This long-term, permanent opportunity offers an immediate start and a rewarding daily rate of £95 to £120. You will play a crucial role within a specialist SEN provision, contributing to an enriching and supportive educational journey for every child. This is an exceptional chance to make a tangible difference to young lives within a nurturing school community.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist primary-aged children with personal care routines, maintaining their dignity at all times.
* Lead and facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities tailored to individual needs.
* Support the implementation of personalised therapy programmes designed by specialists.
* Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other staff members.
About You
* You possess a proven background in supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* A compassionate and patient demeanour is essential for this role.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong relationships.
* The ability to work proactively and independently, as well as part of a team, is crucial.
* You hold a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
* Flexibility and adaptability are key attributes for meeting diverse pupil requirements.
Why Join
This school offers a deeply supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions are highly valued. You will embark on a truly impactful role, enriching the daily lives of remarkable children and their families. This is a unique opportunity to grow professionally within a dedicated team, experiencing the profound rewards of working in a specialist SEN setting.
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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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