PMLD Teaching Assistant: Support & Empower Learners

Veritas Education; Bradford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking a PMLD Teaching Assistant to support learners with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties in a diverse SEN environment. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide educational and personal support throughout the school day.

You will assist with personal care and follow care and behaviour plans, ensuring learners’ dignity and independence while maintaining a calm, patient approach in challenging situations.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with physical, learning and/or medical needs.
• Relevant SEN, PMLD, healthcare, care, childcare or adult support setting experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners with complex and profound needs.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene and toileting where required.
• Follow procedures for students with medical needs.
• Encourage participation in classroom activities and school life.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure consistent care.
• Follow individual plans for support, healthcare and behaviour.
• Attend training to update knowledge and skills.

Skills

PMLD support

1:1 support

Care with personal needs

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 2 English & Maths

DBS checked

Job description

Veritas Education is seeking a PMLD Teaching Assistant to support learners with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties in a diverse SEN environment. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide educational and personal support throughout the school day.

You will assist with personal care and follow care and behaviour plans, ensuring learners’ dignity and independence while maintaining a calm, patient approach in challenging situations.