PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 21/07/26About the Role
A dedicated school is seeking an empathetic and skilled PMLD Support Assistant to join their specialist primary provision on a long-term, permanent basis. This vital role involves providing dedicated support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, fostering their development within a nurturing educational environment. You will be instrumental in enabling students to achieve their personal best.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored, direct support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist pupils with personal care needs sensitively and professionally.
* Plan and facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities for individual and small groups.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes consistently under professional guidance.
* Contribute actively to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
* Monitor and accurately record pupil progress and observations for the class teacher.
About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Exhibit a compassionate, patient, and highly resilient approach to all aspects of the role.
* Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork.
* Apply a proactive and adaptable mindset to meet diverse pupil needs.
* Show a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Hold an understanding of various communication methods relevant to PMLD pupils.
Why Join
Embark on a truly rewarding career journey where you can make a profound impact every single day. This long-term, permanent opportunity offers a competitive daily rate of £95 - £120, alongside the chance to thrive within a supportive specialist setting committed to both staff growth and pupil success. Apply now to start making a real difference as soon as possible.
A dedicated school is seeking an empathetic and skilled PMLD Support Assistant to join their specialist primary provision on a long-term, permanent basis. This vital role involves providing dedicated support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, fostering their development within a nurturing educational environment. You will be instrumental in enabling students to achieve their personal best.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored, direct support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist pupils with personal care needs sensitively and professionally.
* Plan and facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities for individual and small groups.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes consistently under professional guidance.
* Contribute actively to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
* Monitor and accurately record pupil progress and observations for the class teacher.
About You
* Possess demonstrable experience supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Exhibit a compassionate, patient, and highly resilient approach to all aspects of the role.
* Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork.
* Apply a proactive and adaptable mindset to meet diverse pupil needs.
* Show a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Hold an understanding of various communication methods relevant to PMLD pupils.
Why Join
Embark on a truly rewarding career journey where you can make a profound impact every single day. This long-term, permanent opportunity offers a competitive daily rate of £95 - £120, alongside the chance to thrive within a supportive specialist setting committed to both staff growth and pupil success. Apply now to start making a real difference as soon as possible.
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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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