SEN Teaching Assistant

PMLD Teaching Assistant Roles
Full-Time Opportunities | BS35 & Nearby Areas
£89–£100 per day
Personal Care Experience Essential

Are you currently working in care and seeking a new, fulfilling challenge?
We’ve got a fantastic opportunity waiting for you!

Teaching Personnel is now recruiting committed and compassionate Teaching Assistants for the 2025/2026 academic year to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). These remarkable students, aged 5–16, may be non-verbal, have physical disabilities, and require personal care. Your role could have a real and lasting impact on their learning journey.

Key Role Information:
Start Date: As soon as possible
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (exact times may vary by school)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, during term time
Contract Type: Temp-to-perm options for the right candidates

What the Role Involves:

• Supporting students with PMLD using a personalised, adapted curriculum (1:1 and small group work)

• Providing essential care such as feeding, hygiene, and mobility assistance

• Engaging students through sensory-based activities and tailored learning resources

• Collaborating closely with colleagues and contributing to a supportive classroom environment

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a sincere passion for helping others and thrives in an educational setting

• Communicates effectively and confidently — this is key to success in the role! ️

• Brings experience from a care or support background

• Has prior experience with SEN or behavioural needs (a bonus, but not required)

✨ What You’ll Get from Teaching Personnel:

• Choose between 3 to 5 working days per week ️

• Weekly pay via PAYE — no umbrella fees!

• Access to professional development including Team Teach & more

• £50 referral bonus for each successful referral

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

Ready for the Next Step?
If you’re driven to make a difference and excited to take on a rewarding role in education, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and attach your updated CV to be considered.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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