PMLD Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is looking for a PMLD Teaching Assistant to start in September 2026 in Newham. This role involves supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a dedicated provision at a secondary school.

The ideal candidate will have experience or a strong desire to support children with SEND, particularly PMLD, and will collaborate closely with teachers and therapists to foster a nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly PMLD is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• A willingness to support personal care needs is required.

Responsibilities

• Support students with complex learning needs.
• Assist in the delivery of tailored, multi-sensory lessons.
• Provide personal care while maintaining dignity.
• Promote communication using strategies like Makaton.
• Foster a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists.

Skills

Supporting children with SEND

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience and resilience

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 or SEND-related qualifications

Job description

PMLD Teaching Assistant needed in Newham! Start September 2026

Job Title: PMLD Teaching Assistant
Area: Newham, East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent (12-weeks)
Salary: Competitive, dependant on full-time experience
Working hours: 08:20 - 15:40

About the school:

This School for Girls is an outstanding, all-girls secondary school located in Tower Hamlets, East London. It is renowned for its high academic standards, strong leadership, and commitment to empowering young women to achieve their full potential. Serving a diverse community, the school offers a rich and inclusive curriculum, alongside extensive enrichment opportunities, supporting students' personal development and preparing them for future success in education and beyond. Age 11 - 18.

About the role:

You will support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) within a dedicated specialist provision set within a large, mainstream secondary school in Newham. Working closely with teachers and therapists, you will help deliver personalised, engaging learning experiences that focus on communication, sensory development, and independence skills.

Responsibilities:

• Support students with complex learning needs, including physical, sensory and medical requirements
• Assist in the delivery of tailored, multi-sensory lessons and activities
• Provide personal care where required, maintaining dignity and respect at all times
• Promote communication using a range of strategies (e.g. Makaton, PECS, sensory cues)
• Foster a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and external professionals
• Support students' social, emotional and physical development

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly PMLD (desirable but not essential)
• A caring, patient and resilient approach
• A willingness to support personal care needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting students with complex needs
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, Care or SEND-related qualifications) are advantageous but not essential

A commitment to raising achievement and improving outcomes for students with complex needs is essential.