Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and resilient Teaching Assistant to join our skilled and supportive team.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with PMLD to engage in meaningful learning experiences and achieve their personal goals. You will work under the guidance of the class teacher to:

• Provide high-quality support in learning, communication, and personal care.

• Use specialist strategies and resources to promote engagement, independence, and wellbeing.

• Support sensory-based and therapeutic activities tailored to individual needs.

• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure each pupil receives consistent, holistic support.

This is a full-time, term-time only position, with opportunities for progression and professional development in a nurturing environment.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with PMLD or complex needs.

• Is caring, patient, and able to remain calm under pressure.

• Works well as part of a multidisciplinary team and can follow guidance from professionals.

• Has good communication skills and a positive, flexible approach.

• Holds (or is willing to work towards) a relevant qualification such as Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience.

We Offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive school community.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including specialist PMLD approaches.

• The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to pupils’ lives.

• Staff wellbeing initiatives and a positive, team-focused culture.

If you are passionate about helping children with PMLD to thrive and want to be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, we’d love to hear from you.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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