PMLD Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £95 to £114.55 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 February 2026 |
| Location: | North London, Greater London |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 201162 |
Summary
Our client, a highly-regarded primary school in North London, Greater London, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities) Teaching Assistant to join their inclusive and supportive team. In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with complex needs, helping them to reach their full potential.
As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with our experienced teaching staff to provide specialised, individualised support to students with profound and multiple learning disabilities. This may include assisting with personal care, facilitating communication, and implementing tailored learning and therapy programmes. Your role will be vital in ensuring our students feel safe, comfortable, and engaged throughout the school day.
We are looking for an individual who is not only skilled and knowledgeable, but also passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with additional needs. You should have a genuine interest in child development and a strong commitment to inclusive education. Previous experience working with children who have PMLD or other complex needs is highly desirable, but we are also open to considering enthusiastic applicants who can demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt.
In addition to your essential teaching assistant duties, you may also be asked to contribute to the wider life of the school, such as accompanying students on educational visits, assisting with extracurricular activities, or supporting with administrative tasks. This varied and rewarding role will allow you to develop a broad range of skills and experience, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to progress their career in the education sector.
Our client is proud to offer a competitive salary of £95 - £114.55 per day, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Opportunities for continued professional development
- Access to a range of wellbeing initiatives
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Provide personalised support to students with PMLD, tailoring your approach to meet their individual needs
- Assist with personal care tasks, such as feeding, toileting, and dressing, while maintaining dignity and respect
- Facilitate communication and interaction, using a range of assistive technologies and alternative communication methods
- Implement and monitor the effectiveness of learning and therapy programmes, collaborating with teachers and therapists
- Ensure a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for all students
- Contribute to the planning and delivery of engaging and meaningful lessons and activities
- Support students during breaks, mealtimes, and transitions, promoting independence where appropriate
- Participate in regular training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge
- Experience working with children who have PMLD or other complex needs, either in an educational or care setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
- Willingness to learn and adapt to the unique needs of each student
- Relevant qualifications in education, special needs, or a related field would be advantageous
If you are excited by the prospect of joining a dynamic and inclusive school community, and you have the necessary skills and experience to make a real difference in the lives of our students, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.
We look forward to hearing from you and to the possibility of welcoming you to our team.
As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with our experienced teaching staff to provide specialised, individualised support to students with profound and multiple learning disabilities. This may include assisting with personal care, facilitating communication, and implementing tailored learning and therapy programmes. Your role will be vital in ensuring our students feel safe, comfortable, and engaged throughout the school day.
We are looking for an individual who is not only skilled and knowledgeable, but also passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with additional needs. You should have a genuine interest in child development and a strong commitment to inclusive education. Previous experience working with children who have PMLD or other complex needs is highly desirable, but we are also open to considering enthusiastic applicants who can demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt.
In addition to your essential teaching assistant duties, you may also be asked to contribute to the wider life of the school, such as accompanying students on educational visits, assisting with extracurricular activities, or supporting with administrative tasks. This varied and rewarding role will allow you to develop a broad range of skills and experience, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to progress their career in the education sector.
Our client is proud to offer a competitive salary of £95 - £114.55 per day, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Opportunities for continued professional development
- Access to a range of wellbeing initiatives
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Provide personalised support to students with PMLD, tailoring your approach to meet their individual needs
- Assist with personal care tasks, such as feeding, toileting, and dressing, while maintaining dignity and respect
- Facilitate communication and interaction, using a range of assistive technologies and alternative communication methods
- Implement and monitor the effectiveness of learning and therapy programmes, collaborating with teachers and therapists
- Ensure a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for all students
- Contribute to the planning and delivery of engaging and meaningful lessons and activities
- Support students during breaks, mealtimes, and transitions, promoting independence where appropriate
- Participate in regular training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge
- Experience working with children who have PMLD or other complex needs, either in an educational or care setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
- Willingness to learn and adapt to the unique needs of each student
- Relevant qualifications in education, special needs, or a related field would be advantageous
If you are excited by the prospect of joining a dynamic and inclusive school community, and you have the necessary skills and experience to make a real difference in the lives of our students, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.
We look forward to hearing from you and to the possibility of welcoming you to our team.