PMLD Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Paid weekly

Flexible working options

Referral bonus

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting for a PMLD Teaching Assistant (Key Stage 2 Focus) in Brighton and Hove. You will support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, providing 1:1 and small group interventions within personalised learning activities and therapy programmes.

The role emphasises promoting independence, wellbeing and inclusive practice. Applicants should have SEND/PMLD experience, a calm, patient approach, and be able to work with a multidisciplinary team, with Enhanced DBS

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working with children or young people with SEND, PMLD, or complex needs.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Two years' worth of professional references.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for Key Stage 2 pupils with PMLD
• Support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, complex needs, and sensory needs
• Assist with personalised learning plans, EHCP targets, and communication strategies
• Support pupils during sensory learning, therapeutic activities, and structured routines
• Help with personal care, mobility, feeding, and medical support where required
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, SENCOs, and wider support teams
• Promote a safe, inclusive, calm, and nurturing learning environment

Skills

SEND/PMLD experience

Calm, patient, empathetic

Strong communication

Teamwork with multidisciplinary

Personal care support

Job description

Role: PMLD Teaching Assistant (Key Stage 2 Focus)
Location: Brighton and Hove
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Daily Rate: £92.63 £98.55

Supply Desk is working in partnership with a number of specialist SEN schools and provisions across Brighton and Hove, who are seeking compassionate and dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistants to support pupils within Key Stage 2. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children with profound and multiple learning difficulties, helping them access learning, develop communication skills, and build confidence in a safe and nurturing environment.

About the Role

As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with Key Stage 2 pupils who have complex learning, physical, sensory, medical, and communication needs. You will provide tailored support on a 1:1 and small group basis, helping pupils engage with personalised learning activities, therapy programmes, sensory learning, and daily routines. You will play an important role in promoting independence, wellbeing, and positive engagement throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for Key Stage 2 pupils with PMLD
• Support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, complex needs, and sensory needs
• Assist with personalised learning plans, EHCP targets, and communication strategies
• Support pupils during sensory learning, therapeutic activities, and structured routines
• Help with personal care, mobility, feeding, and medical support where required, following school procedures
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, SENCOs, and wider support teams
• Promote a safe, inclusive, calm, and nurturing learning environment

Candidate Profile

• Experience working with children or young people with PMLD, complex needs, or SEND is highly desirable
• Previous experience supporting pupils within Key Stage 2 or primary settings is desirable
• A calm, patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Confidence supporting personal care, communication, sensory needs, and physical needs
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with a multidisciplinary team
• A genuine passion for supporting children with complex additional needs

Requirements

• Relevant experience working with children or young people with SEND, PMLD, or complex needs
• Willingness to support personal care and physical needs where requiredEnhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two years worth of professional references
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Register With Us?

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Flexible working options including full-time and part-time roles
• £100 referral bonus for recommending successful candidates (T&Cs apply)

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.