1:1 PMLD Teaching Assistant - SEN School

Aspire People; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting for an experienced 1:1 PMLD Teaching Assistant to work in a SEN school in Rochdale, supporting one pupil across primary and secondary ages.

You will provide dedicated 1:1 support, build a trusting relationship, understand the child’s communication, triggers and needs, and work with teachers and SEN staff to promote learning, wellbeing and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with PMLD.
• Experience in SEN schools, residential children's homes or similar settings.
• Ability to support children with complex needs and understand individual communication, behavioural, sensory and care requirements.
• DBS on the Update Service.
• References covering the most recent 2 years of employment/experience.
• Availability to work 5 days per week, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with PMLD.
• Build a positive, trusting and professional relationship with the pupil.
• Understand the child’s individual needs, communication methods and preferences.
• Identify and respond to triggers and behaviours appropriately.
• Support the pupil’s learning, development and engagement in school activities.
• Provide emotional, physical and practical support as required.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Follow individual support plans and school procedures.
• Support the child’s independence, dignity, wellbeing and safety.

Skills

PMLD experience

1:1 support

SEN schools

Communication with child

Education

DBS on Update Service

Job description

1:1 PMLD Teaching Assistant - SEN School

Location: Rochdale

Job Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Hours: 5 days per week

Age Groups: Primary & Secondary

Start Date: ASAP

Employer: Aspire People

Are you an experienced PMLD Teaching Assistant with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities?

Aspire People are currently recruiting for an experienced 1:1 PMLD Teaching Assistant to work within SEN schools in Rochdale, supporting pupils across primary and secondary age groups.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who understands the needs of children with PMLD and is confident building a strong, professional relationship with an individual pupil.

The Role

As a 1:1 PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with one child, providing consistent, individualised support throughout the school day.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a child with profound and multiple learning disabilities.
• Building a positive, trusting and professional relationship with the pupil.
• Developing a strong understanding of the child's individual needs, communication methods and preferences.
• Understanding the child's triggers, behaviours and responses and knowing how to support them appropriately.
• Supporting the pupil's learning, development and engagement in school activities.
• Providing emotional, physical and practical support where required.
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.
• Following individual support plans and school procedures.
• Supporting the child's independence, dignity, wellbeing and safety.
• Providing consistency and reassurance throughout the school day.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has previous, hands-on experience working with children or young people with PMLD.

Suitable candidates may have experience working in:

• SEN schools.
• Residential children's care homes.
• Specialist education settings.
• Children's care or support services.
• Other environments supporting children with profound and multiple learning disabilities.

You must be confident supporting children with complex needs and understand that every pupil has individual communication, behavioural, sensory and care requirements.

Most importantly, you will need to be patient, compassionate, observant and consistent, with the ability to build a strong professional relationship with the child you are supporting.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working specifically with children or young people with PMLD.
• Previous experience working within an SEN school, residential children's home or similar specialist setting.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs.
• The ability to understand and respond appropriately to individual triggers and behaviours.
• A DBS on the Update Service.
• References covering your most recent 2 years of employment/experience.
• Availability to work 5 days per week, Monday to Friday.
• A genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs.

Why Work With Aspire People?

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a specialist SEN environment where your experience can make a meaningful difference to the life of a child.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.