PMLD And Complex Needs Specialist Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultants 24/7 onboarding

CPD courses and progression

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive in South Leeds is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils with PMLD and complex needs. You will work 1:1 and in small classes, helping learners access the curriculum while delivering personal care and safe manual handling as part of daily routines.

The role offers a supportive school environment, ongoing CPD opportunities, and competitive daily pay between £90 and £110. Start date is September, with a welcoming team in South Leeds.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with PMLD and complex needs.
• Confidence providing personal care and manual handling support.
• Experience working on a 1:1 basis and within a classroom environment.
• A patient, caring and compassionate approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, flexible and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and classroom support to pupils.
• Assist with personal care and manual handling as part of daily routines.
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate in activities.

Skills

PMLD experience

Personal care

1:1 support

Classroom support

Communication

Empathy

Proactive attitude

Job description

PMLD and Complex Needs Specialist Teaching Assistant

Location: South Leeds

Start Date: September

Salary: £90 - £110 per day

We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with PMLD and complex needs.

The school is a welcoming specialist school in South Leeds that supports pupils across all Key Stages with PMLD and complex needs. It is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.

You will provide both 1:1 and classroom support, assisting pupils with their learning while delivering personal care and manual handling safely and with dignity as part of their daily routine.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with PMLD and complex needs
• Confidence providing personal care and manual handling support
• Experience working on a 1:1 basis and within a classroom environment
• A patient, caring and compassionate approach to supporting pupils with additional needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, flexible and proactive attitude

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.