PMLD Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Bamber Bridge is looking for a compassionate PMLD Support Assistant to support children with profound and multiple learning difficulties. The role involves providing tailored educational support and promoting pupil independence in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex needs and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable learners.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Warm and welcoming school community

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with complex or profound learning needs.
• Caring nature with a calm and resilient attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support for pupils with PMLD.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement learning plans.
• Assist with personal care tasks as required.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

PMLD Support Assistant

Location:Bamber Bridge, PR5
School Type:Mixed Primary & Secondary SEN School
Salary:Competitive - Based on Experience
Contract:Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date:Immediate Start Available

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people withProfound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)? We are currently seeking acompassionate, proactive, and reliable Teaching Assistantto join a caring and inclusive SEN school in Bamber Bridge. The school caters to pupils aged4-19 years, offering a tailored and nurturing environment that promotes growth, independence, and dignity.

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including:

• Experienced Teaching Assistants

• Support Workers

• Health Care Assistants

• Individuals with strong experience in care or support roles, especially with additional or complex needs

Key Responsibilites:

• Provide individualised support for pupils with PMLD, including those with physical, sensory, and communication challenges

• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to implement personalised learning plans

• Promote pupil independence, personal development, and well-being

• Assist with personal care tasks and therapeutic activities as required

• Maintain a positive, patient, and flexible approach in a dynamic classroom environment

About you:

• Experience working with individuals with complex or profound learning needs

• A caring and empathetic nature, with a calm and resilient attitude

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable learners

What we offer:

• A warm and welcoming school community

• Access to ongoing training and professional development via our CPD Academy

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in