PMLD Teaching Assistant, Retford

Academics; Retford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Free CPD - PMLD training and more

Referral voucher £75

Job summary

Academics Agency is looking for a compassionate and resilient PMLD Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties across Retford's specialist provisions.

Role is temporary (term-time only, Monday to Friday) with a daily pay rate of £92.56–£110 (holiday pay included). Higher rate possible based on experience, training, and client rate.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 TA qualification or equivalent (or relevant health/care background).
• Proven experience supporting individuals with PMLD, complex needs, or physical disabilities.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
• Two professional references.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised, sensory-based support (hydrotherapy, rebound therapy, Makaton).
• Assist with complex personal care, moving & handling, and feeding routines with dignity.
• Collaborate with therapists and teachers to implement EHCP targets and multi-sensory learning plans.

Skills

PMLD knowledge

Makaton

Hydrotherapy

Rebound therapy

Moving & handling

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties) Teaching Assistant Position

Academics Agency
Academics is acting as an employment agency for this temporary position.
Role Type: Temporary (term-time only, Monday to Friday)
Position: PMLD Specialist Teaching Assistant
Location: Variety of specialist schools across Retford
Pay Rate: £92.56 - £110 per day (inclusive of holiday pay)
Higher rate dependent upon experience, training, qualifications, and client rate available.

Support. Enable. Transform Lives.

Academics is looking for a compassionate and resilient PMLD Specialist Teaching Assistant to provide high-quality care and educational support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties across Retford's specialist provisions.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver personalised, sensory-based support (e.g., hydrotherapy, rebound therapy, and Makaton)
• Assist with complex personal care, moving & handling, and feeding routines with dignity
• Collaborate with therapists and teachers to implement EHCP targets and multi-sensory learning plans

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay (holiday pay included)
• Free CPD - including PMLD-specific training, epilepsy awareness, and manual handling
• £75 Love2Shop voucher for every successful referral
• Varied placements across specialist schools in Retford

What You Need:

• Minimum Level 3 TA qualification or equivalent (or relevant health/care background)
• Proven experience supporting individuals with PMLD, complex needs, or physical disabilities
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
• Two professional references

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.