PMLD Personal Care TA - 1:1 Support & Sensory Learning

Academics; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD tailored to complex needs

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Job summary

Academics Agency is recruiting Specialist Teaching Assistants to support students with PMLD and complex needs across Doncaster. You will work in multi-disciplinary settings, providing 1:1 and small-group support with personal care, medical routines, and AAC-based learning.

The role requires experience in PMLD or similar settings, a Level 3 TA qualification, and an Enhanced DBS. Competitive daily rates apply, with weekly pay and term-time placements across leading schools.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with PMLD or complex needs in education, health, or social care settings.
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Enhanced DBS via Update Service (or willingness to obtain).
• Two professional references required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to students with profound and complex needs.
• Assist with personal care, feeding, toileting, and mobility.
• Use AAC tools to enable student voice and participation.
• Support with learning activities tailored to EHCP outcomes.
• Collaborate with therapists to support holistic student development.

Skills

Personal care

Teamwork

Communication

Manual handling

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Tools

AAC tools

Job description

Academics Agency is recruiting Specialist Teaching Assistants to support students with PMLD and complex needs across Doncaster. You will work in multi-disciplinary settings, providing 1:1 and small-group support with personal care, medical routines, and AAC-based learning.

The role requires experience in PMLD or similar settings, a Level 3 TA qualification, and an Enhanced DBS. Competitive daily rates apply, with weekly pay and term-time placements across leading schools.