Aspiring PMLD Teaching Assistant

PMLD Teaching Assistant (Full-Time) Slough Specialist SEN SchoolSeptember Start £90 £110Supply Desk is working in partnership with a welcoming and well-resourced specialist setting in the Slough area to appoint a compassionate and dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, helping to enhance their quality of life and educational experience.This role would suit a caring and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children with complex needs, who is committed to promoting independence, communication, and overall wellbeing.The Role As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with complex learning difficulties and additional needs, working closely with teachers and therapists to deliver personalised, meaningful learning experiences.Key Responsibilities Supporting pupils with PMLD on a 1:1 basis or in small groupsAssisting with personal care, feeding, and mobility where requiredSupporting sensory-based and play-based learning activitiesHelping to deliver individualised learning programmes tailored to each pupilPromoting communication using alternative methods (e.g., PECS, Makaton, sensory cues)Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environmentEncouraging engagement, independence, and emotional wellbeingSupporting pupils with medical and physical needsWorking collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff Requirements Experience ..... full job details .....