PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 25/07/26About the Role
Join a dedicated team at an innovative school located in the South East, specifically within Buckinghamshire, seeking a passionate PMLD Support Assistant. This vital long-term, permanent role involves providing specialist support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a dedicated provision. You will play a crucial part in their daily learning journey, contributing to a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for primary pupils with PMLD.
* Assist with personal care, including feeding, toileting, and mobility, with dignity and respect.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities to promote exploration and development.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes as directed by specialists.
* Contribute to the creation of a safe, inclusive, and highly supportive learning environment.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.
About You
* You possess proven experience in supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to support is essential.
* You have an understanding of various communication methods relevant to PMLD.
* The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team is highly valued.
* You demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* A proactive and adaptable attitude, ready to embrace new challenges, defines your professional outlook.
Why Join
This long-term permanent opportunity offers an immediate start for a dedicated professional to make a significant difference in the lives of pupils, earning between £95 and £120 per day. You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to professional growth and providing outstanding specialist education. This is a chance to develop your career within a vibrant educational setting.
Join a dedicated team at an innovative school located in the South East, specifically within Buckinghamshire, seeking a passionate PMLD Support Assistant. This vital long-term, permanent role involves providing specialist support to primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a dedicated provision. You will play a crucial part in their daily learning journey, contributing to a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for primary pupils with PMLD.
* Assist with personal care, including feeding, toileting, and mobility, with dignity and respect.
* Facilitate engaging sensory stimulation activities to promote exploration and development.
* Implement individualised therapy programmes as directed by specialists.
* Contribute to the creation of a safe, inclusive, and highly supportive learning environment.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.
About You
* You possess proven experience in supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to support is essential.
* You have an understanding of various communication methods relevant to PMLD.
* The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team is highly valued.
* You demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* A proactive and adaptable attitude, ready to embrace new challenges, defines your professional outlook.
Why Join
This long-term permanent opportunity offers an immediate start for a dedicated professional to make a significant difference in the lives of pupils, earning between £95 and £120 per day. You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to professional growth and providing outstanding specialist education. This is a chance to develop your career within a vibrant educational setting.
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