PMLD TA

PMLD Teaching Assistant andndash; SEN andamp; Healthcare Background Welcome

Primary SEN School in Burnham | Long-term, Full-Time/Part-Time | Start Date: 29th September 2025
Pay: andpound;85andndash;andpound;100 per day

Are you compassionate, resilient, and ready to make a life-changing impact£ A nurturing and specialist primary school inandnbsp;Burnhamandnbsp;is seeking a dedicatedandnbsp;PMLD Teaching Assistantandnbsp;to support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties fromandnbsp;29th September 2025.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a background inandnbsp;healthcare, care work, or SEN education, who is passionate about supporting children with complex needs in a safe, structured, and loving environment.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD, including physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and medical needs
• Assist with personal care, feeding, and mobility support, ensuring dignity and comfort at all times
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and medical professionals to deliver tailored learning and care plans
• Use specialist equipment and communication tools (e.g. switches, eye gaze, Makaton, PECS) to engage pupils
• Create a calm, sensory-friendly environment that promotes wellbeing and engagement
• Monitor and record progress, behaviour, and health-related observations in collaboration with the wider team

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience in a healthcare, care, or SEN setting (e.g. nursing assistant, support worker, SEN TA)
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting children with complex needs
• Confidence in assisting with personal care and using hoists or mobility aids (training provided if needed)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with families and professionals
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and continuous learning

If youandrsquo;re ready to be a lifeline for children with the most complex needs and help them thrive in a loving school community, weandrsquo;d love to hear from you.

To apply, click the andldquo;Applyandrdquo; button or callandnbsp;01296 752499.
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