Teaching Assistants SEND (SLD/PMLD)
Location: Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas
Salary: c£95 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Long term supply - Monday to Friday (Term time only)
Start date: September 2025
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
About the role
We are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic, and resilient Teaching Assistants to support children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) in specialist settings.
As part of a class-based team, you will support individual and small group learning, helping to provide pupils with access to a broad and balanced curriculum that meets their individual needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with complex needs.
Key responsibilities
Support teaching and learning for pupils with SLD and PMLD
Facilitate access to a therapeutic, play-based curriculum
Assist with real life learning tasks to develop independence
Contribute to the planning and delivery of personalised learning programmes
Provide a positive, supportive, and safe environment
Attend scheduled training and team meetings as part of your professional development
Person specification
Some knowledge or experience of working with SEND
A passion for improving outcomes for children with complex needs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Resilience and ability to work effectively as part of a team
Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality practices
Willingness to engage with CPD and training opportunities
Benefits of working with Us
Competitive daily rate of pay (dependent on experience)
Weekly pay via PAYE no hidden deductions
Free access to a wide range of free CPD courses and training
All offers are subject to enhanced DBS checks and may include online/social media vetting as part of safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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