PMLD Teaching Assistant

Description

PMLD Teaching Assistant

Primary School in Brighton

Full-Time | Long-Term Role

Start Date: September 2026

Daily Rate: £92.63–£110

Are you a compassionate and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)? We work alongside our network of wonderful Brighton based schools to place dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistants ongoingly.

Our schools provide supportive environments where pupils with complex needs are encouraged to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with significant physical, medical, and cognitive needs

Assist with personal care, feeding, and mobility in a respectful and dignified manner

Use sensory tools, visual aids, and communication systems such as PECS, Makaton, or AAC to enhance engagement

Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to implement and review individual learning plans

Create a calm, safe, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes independence and positive behaviour

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Have experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, SLD, or complex needs (in education or care settings)

Be empathetic, flexible, and committed to inclusive practice

Communicate effectively and work well within a multidisciplinary team

Be confident using assistive technology and sensory resources

Be open to ongoing training, including manual handling and medical procedures

Have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a school where every achievement is celebrated, and staff are supported to grow professionally while making a lasting impact on pupils’ lives.

To apply, click the “Apply” button or call . We look forward to hearing from you.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. xjnqpsq This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles

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