Flexible Complex Needs Teaching Assistant — PMLD & SLD

Randstad Education; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Local Cambridge consultant

Flexible schedule

CPD opportunities

Long-term / permanent opportunities

Job summary

Randstad Education in Cambridge is seeking Complex Needs Teaching Assistants to support pupils with PMLD and severe disabilities across day-to-day cover or long-term placements. You will work with schools to follow individual care plans, support mobility and personal care, and help pupils communicate using AAC/PECS.

Role involves safeguarding, flexibility, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team; DBS disclosures are required. Opportunities span across Cambridge and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD or severe disabilities.
• Patient, warm and highly observant with excellent communication.
• Knowledge of manual handling or moving & handling is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 or small‑group support to pupils with complex physical, medical, sensory, and cognitive needs.
• Assist with physical support, including manual handling and mobility routines.
• Support personal care routines, eating and drinking with dignity and respect.
• Facilitate communication using AAC, Makaton, PECS, eye‑gaze systems or sensory cues.
• Carry out sensory activities and work with visiting therapists as needed.
• Maintain a calm, safe and stimulating classroom that encourages independence.

Skills

PMLD experience

Complex needs support

Strong communication

Flexible/Adaptable

DBS check

Job description

Randstad Education in Cambridge is seeking Complex Needs Teaching Assistants to support pupils with PMLD and severe disabilities across day-to-day cover or long-term placements. You will work with schools to follow individual care plans, support mobility and personal care, and help pupils communicate using AAC/PECS.

Role involves safeguarding, flexibility, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team; DBS disclosures are required. Opportunities span across Cambridge and surrounding areas.