Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistant - Oldham

AMA Admin; Oldham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistants for roles across expert SEND settings in Oldham. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with profound needs, helping with communication, learning and independence.

Experience with PMLD and mobility support is valuable. The role involves working with teachers, therapists and support teams in specialist settings, with a focus on safety and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with severe SEND/PMLD.
• Patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with profound needs.
• Support communication, sensory activities, learning and personal development.
• Assist with personal care and mobility per plans.
• Support pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical needs.
• Follow individual education, communication and care plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and therapists.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment tailored to each pupil.

Skills

Experience with SEND/PMLD

Patience and empathy

Strong communication

Teamwork

Tools

Hoist training

Job description

Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistant - Oldham

Location: Oldham

Salary: £107.71-£115 per day

Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities

Start Date: ASAP

Milk Education is looking for patient, caring and resilient Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistants to work across specialist schools and SEND settings in Oldham.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), complex physical disabilities and significant additional needs. This is an opportunity to support pupils with a range of individual needs, helping them access learning, develop communication and build independence wherever possible.

The Role

As a Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistant, you may be responsible for:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with profound and complex needs.
• Supporting pupils with communication, sensory activities, learning and personal development.
• Assisting with personal care and mobility where required and in line with individual support plans.
• Supporting pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical or care needs.
• Following individual education, communication and care plans.
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists and wider support teams.
• Creating a safe, calm and inclusive environment tailored to each pupil.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with severe SEND, PMLD or complex needs.
• Experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker or in a similar role.
• A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with high levels of individual need.

The following qualifications and experience would be desirable but are not essential:

• Moving & Handling training.
• Hoist training and experience.
• Personal care experience.
• Makaton, PECS or other communication-support experience.
• First Aid or relevant medical needs training.
• Experience supporting wheelchair users or pupils with physical disabilities.
• Relevant SEND, health and social care qualifications.

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Competitive daily rates of £107.71-£115.
• Full-time, part-time, temporary and long-term opportunities.
• Access to specialist SEND settings across Oldham.
• Fast-track registration and compliance support.
• Access to Milk Academy training and development.
• Wellbeing resources and dedicated consultant support.
• A nationwide network of education opportunities.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

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