Teaching Assistant

Horizon Teachers; Ware; On-site; GBP 22,750 - 29,575; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Opportunity for temp-to-perm progression

Access to CPD and specialist training

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking a dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to provide essential 1:1 and small group support to learners with complex needs. This full-time, permanent role in Ware, Hertfordshire will involve tailored assistance and personalized care, fostering a safe and engaging learning environment. Candidates passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with PMLD and non-verbal communication in educational settings.
• Confidence in personal care and manual handling.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for pupils with complex needs.
• Assist in personal care and feeding.
• Support teachers in delivering a sensory-based curriculum.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Personal care support

Tools

Makaton

AAC devices

Job description

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Location: Ware, Hertfordshire

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Start Date: September 2025

About the role:

Horizon Teachers is seeking a dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 and small groups across all Key Stages. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with learners who have complex needs, many of whom are non-verbal and require full-time, tailored support.

If you’re passionate about making a real difference and committed to supporting young learners, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with PMLD, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and medical needs
• Assist pupils with personal care, feeding, and mobility support (e.g., hoisting or wheelchair use)
• Support class teachers in delivering an adapted, sensory-based curriculum
• Use communication tools such as Makaton, symbols, signs, AAC devices
• Help create a calm, safe, and engaging learning environment that promotes both independence and communication

We are looking for?

• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD, complex medical needs, or non-verbal communication in school, care, or home settings
• The emotional intelligence to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Confidence with personal care, manual handling, and feeding
• Desirable: Experience using hoists, AAC devices, or supporting with therapies

Why Horizon Teachers?

• Competitive pay of £550 per week, depending on experience.
• Opportunity for temp-to-perm progression
• Access to regular CPD and specialist training

Apply now to be considered for this rewarding and impactful role.

We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including education, care, youth work, and nursing.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education and Education

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