PMLD Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Sutton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay £92.63-£100

Training and development

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Specialist school environment

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in Sutton is seeking a compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school supporting children and young people with PMLD. You will assist with learning, communication, personal care, and daily activities in a nurturing environment.

The role offers term-time only, full-time hours with competitive daily pay and ongoing training. Experience with SEN is desirable, and you must hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS certificate.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with PMLD, SEN, or complex needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD.
• Assist students with learning, communication, personal care and physical needs.
• Support pupils using Makaton and PECS where appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other professionals to deliver personalised learning programmes.
• Support sensory activities and interventions to enhance engagement and development.
• Promote students' independence, wellbeing and social development.

Skills

1:1 Support

PMLD experience

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Job description

PMLD Teaching Assistant - Sutton

Location: Sutton, South London
Pay: £92.63 - £100 per day
Job Type: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

PMLD Teaching Assistant Required in Sutton

We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in the Sutton area. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), helping them access education and reach their individual potential in a safe and nurturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting students with complex needs and making a meaningful difference to their daily lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD.
• Assist students with their learning, communication, personal care, and physical needs.
• Support pupils using a range of communication methods, including Makaton and PECS where appropriate.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to deliver personalised learning programmes.
• Support sensory activities and interventions designed to enhance engagement and development.
• Promote students' independence, wellbeing, and social development.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting individuals with PMLD, SEN, or complex needs is desirable.
• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach.
• Comfortable supporting pupils with personal care needs where required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.
• Right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £92.63 - £100 per day
• Supportive and specialist school environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives and development

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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