PMLD Support Assistant – South Leeds (LS10)
Daily Rate: £90–£105/day | Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm
We are recruiting a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in LS10 (South Leeds). This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and make a real difference to their learning and wellbeing.
The Role:
* Support a small class group of pupils aged 4–19 with PMLD and complex medical/physical needs.
* Assist with moving & handling, including hoisting and safe positioning (training provided if required).
* Provide personal care, including toileting, feeding, and changing.
* Help deliver sensory-based activities, life skills sessions, and therapeutic interventions.
* Use communication strategies such as Makaton, PECS, and eye-gaze technology to engage pupils.
* Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to create a nurturing and structured learning environment.
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience supporting children or adults with PMLD or complex needs (school, care, or health setting).
* A patient, caring, and reliable approach.
* Willingness to complete Moving & Handling training (essential).
* Comfortable supporting with personal care.
* Enhanced DBS (child or child & adult workforce) on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
* Full-time availability – reliability is key.
What’s On Offer:
* Competitive pay: £90–£105/day.
* Full-time, long-term role with potential for temp-to-perm.
* Supportive and welcoming SEN school environment.
* Ongoing training: Moving & Handling, Team Teach, Makaton, and more.
* A genuinely rewarding opportunity to impact pupils’ progress and quality of life.
Apply today to join a passionate SEN team in LS10 and support pupils with PMLD to reach their full potential.
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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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