PMLD Teaching Assistant

Posted 08 December 2025
Salary £96 - £115 per day
LocationGreenwich
Job type Contract
Discipline Secondary EducationSpecial Education Needs
ReferencePMLD_1765209863

Job description

PMLD Teaching Assistant - Secondary
Greenwich | £95-£115 per day | Full-Time | ASAP Start

We are seeking a patient, proactive and resilient PMLD Teaching Assistant to support secondary-aged students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties in a specialist SEND school in Greenwich.

You will be helping students with complex physical, communication and sensory needs to access learning, develop independence and thrive in a nurturing environment.

What you'll be doing:
* 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with PMLD and complex medical needs
* Assisting with sensory learning, engagement and therapy-led activities
* Supporting personal care and safe moving & handling (training provided)
* Using alternative communication systems (e.g. PECs, Eye Gaze)
* Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour

What we're looking for:
* Experience with PMLD/SLD/complex needs (school or care setting)
* Confident with personal care and mobility support
* Calm, empathetic and physically active
* Team-Teach or similar training beneficial (or willing to complete)

If you're passionate about helping vulnerable learners achieve their fullest potential, apply today - trial days available immediately.