About the role
PMLD Teaching Assistant
South Tyneside
£13.68 per hour (before AWR)
Immediate and September Starts
Are you passionate about supporting children with complex needs?
Do you thrive in a nurturing, hands-on environment where every day makes a difference?
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can help children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) reach their full potential?
About the Role
Vision for Education are working alongside a friendly and well-established school in South Tyneside to recruit for a PMLD Teaching Assistant to work with their students who have Profound and Multiple Learning needs. This could be a full time supply role, starting immediately for the right candidate. Looking for September work? Start the clearance process now to give yourself the best chance of landing a role in time for the new academic year.
As a PMLD Teaching Assistant you will need to have strong knowledge of the challenges young people face, excellent communication skills and not be afraid to get stuck in to a vibrant classroom. You will be working alongside the teacher to manage behaviour, enrich young people through various educational methods, and build strong and lasting relationships with amazing young people.
If you have previous experience with SEND or in Care Work then this role would be ideal for you.
Know someone who works with Vision already? We have a £125 referral fee for you and the referrer once registered and completed a minimum of days.
Requirements
The desired PMLD Teaching Assistant will have;
1. Experience of working with primary or secondary school aged children
2. Experience of working with pupils with SEND
3. A passion for the progress of all SEND pupils
4. An ability to work as part of a team
5. Patience and understanding of all young people with additional needs.
Benefits of working with Vision:
6. Flexible Schedule – Choose when and where you work, ideal for balancing personal commitments
7. Variety of Experience – Gain valuable experience in different schools, year groups, and teaching environments.
8. Work-Life Balance – No planning or marking outside of school hours in many roles.
9. Try Before You Commit – Explore different schools before considering a permanent position.
10. Professional Development – We offer regular CPD and training courses.
11. Competitive Pay – Excellent Daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
12. Supportive Network – 24/7 Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support and guidance.
About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.