PMLD Teaching Assistant, Lambeth

PMLD Teaching Assistant – Special Needs School

Location: Lambeth
Working Hours: 08:30 am – 16:00 pm.
Salary:  £90 – £100 per day 

Are you a dedicated and compassionate teaching assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)?

We are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for pupils aged 3–19 with a range of severe and profound learning needs. Our aim is to celebrate every achievement, build independence, and create meaningful learning experiences that help each pupil flourish.

The Role:
As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support a small, well-supported group of pupils with complex needs. You will help deliver highly individualised learning activities that promote communication, sensory engagement, and personal development. Working alongside teachers, therapists, and medical staff, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every learner’s needs are met holistically in a safe and stimulating environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Learning Activities: Assist in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that support sensory, physical, and communication development.
• Holistic Support: Help develop pupils’ communication, independence, social interaction, and emotional well-being through consistent and compassionate support.
• Collaborate with Specialists: Work alongside teachers, therapists, support staff, and healthcare professionals to meet each pupil’s physical and educational needs.
• Assistive Communication: Support the use of tools such as PECS, Makaton, and AAC to aid expressive and receptive communication.
• EHCP Support: Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring targets are supported effectively in daily practice.
• Behaviour and Care Support: Promote a positive and safe learning environment, supporting pupils with physical needs and emotional regulation.
• Track Progress: Observe and record pupil progress, contributing to assessments and celebrating achievements.
• Family Engagement: Support communication with parents and carers by sharing updates on pupil progress and successes where appropriate.

What We’re Looking For

• To be successful in this role, you will need:
• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD, SLD, or complex SEND needs.
• A compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach with a strong understanding of sensory learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff, pupils, and families.
• Knowledge or experience of assistive communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECS) is highly desirable.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable pupils.
• A relevant TA qualification or equivalent experience is desirable but not essential.

Application Process

If you feel you meet the criteria for this rewarding opportunity, please apply below or contact Engage Education directly.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, we will retain your CV and continue to assist you in your search for a role within SEND education.

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