SEN / PMLD Teaching Assistant – West Yorkshire
Location: West Yorkshire
Role Type: Full-time / Long-term / Temp-to-perm opportunities available
Start Date: ASAP / Flexible
We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) across a range of specialist schools and SEN provisions in West Yorkshire.
This is a rewarding role for individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs, including severe learning difficulties, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and medical needs.
The Role:
Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with PMLD
Supporting pupils with personal care, mobility, and physical needs (where required)
Using alternative communication methods (e.g. PECS, Makaton, AAC)
Supporting sensory integration and engagement activities
Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and developmental needs
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience supporting children or young people with SEN or PMLD (desirable but not essential)
A patient, compassionate, and nurturing approach
Confidence supporting pupils with complex and medical needs
Experience in special schools, care settings, or healthcare environments (advantageous)
We Offer:
Competitive daily rates
Opportunities to work in high-quality specialist provisions
Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
Flexible roles to suit your availability
All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and full safeguarding compliance.
If you’re passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs and making a meaningful difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch to discuss SEN / PMLD opportunities across West Yorkshire.
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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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