PMLD TA

PK Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education is seeking a patient and caring PMLD Teaching Assistant to support learners at a specialist school in Sheffield S2. You will help pupils access learning, build communication skills and celebrate achievements at their own pace.

Roles include one-to-one and small-group support, sensory learning, personal care assistance, and collaboration with teachers to implement individual plans while maintaining pupils' dignity and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with PMLD or complex SEND.
• Willingness to obtain enhanced DBS.
• Ability to follow individual learning and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support, adapting activities to pupils' needs.
• Support sensory learning, engagement and communication.
• Assist with personal care while prioritising dignity and comfort.
• Work with teachers and professionals to follow learning and care plans.
• Support mobility and positioning as required with training.

Education

Experience in education or care setting

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

PMLD Teaching Assistant - Sheffield S2

Make a difference with PK Education

Are you a patient, caring Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children or young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)?

PK Education is looking for a dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to support learners in a specialist school in Sheffield S2. This is a rewarding opportunity to help pupils access learning, develop communication skills and celebrate achievements at their own pace.

The role

• Provide individual and small-group support, adapting activities to pupils' needs.
• Support sensory learning, engagement and communication.
• Assist with personal care, prioritising pupils' dignity and comfort.
• Work alongside teachers and other professionals to follow individual learning and care plans.
• Support mobility and positioning where required, following training and agreed procedures.
• Build positive relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and included.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, complex SEND or physical disabilities in an education or care setting.
• Is comfortable supporting personal care.
• Brings patience, empathy and a calm, consistent approach.
• Works well within a team and responds to individual needs.
• Ideally has experience using sensory resources or communication approaches such as objects of reference, Makaton or communication aids.
• Has an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to obtain one.
• Relevant moving and handling training is desirable. Any specialist support must be carried out in line with appropriate training and the school's procedures.

Why work with PK Education?

We take the time to understand your experience, strengths and the setting where you can make the biggest difference. You'll have support from a dedicated consultant who understands SEND and is committed to helping you find the right role.

Ready to help inspire potential?

Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and the relevant safeguarding and pre-employment checks