Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)? Do you thrive in a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive environment? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are currently seeking a Compassionate and Committed Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a truly exceptional PMLD school in the Bristol area. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a setting where every day is unique, and every moment is an opportunity to support, inspire, and empower.
About the School:
This outstanding school caters for pupils with complex medical, physical, and learning needs. It is renowned for its welcoming and supportive team and its commitment to providing the highest quality education and care.
Facilities include:
Hydrotherapy pool
Multiple sensory rooms
Therapy support from onsite physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech & language specialists
The school offers a nurturing environment with a strong focus on holistic development. Staff are valued, well-supported, and regularly offered professional development opportunities. Although this role will begin on a temporary basis, the school is known for retaining and developing the right individuals into permanent members of the team.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide tailored support to students with complex needs, including personal care and mobility assistance
Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to implement EHCPs and personalised learning plans
Foster a positive, stimulating, and safe learning environment
Use specialist equipment and resources, including in the hydro pool and sensory rooms
Support students in developing communication, independence, and life skills
About You:
Experience working with children or young people with complex needs, PMLD, or in a special school setting is highly desirable
Patient, empathetic, and resilient
Comfortable with personal care and manual handling (training provided)
Able to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt to individual pupil needs
Essential Requirements:
A caring, patient, and resilient attitude
Experience working with children or young people with complex or additional needs (desirable)
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential), you can apply for this through us
Full UK driving licence and access to your own transport (essential due to the school’s location and possible off-site visits)
Willingness to assist with personal care and manual handling (training will be provided)
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work in a well-resourced, supportive, and inspiring school
Access to specialist training and development
Chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs
Strong potential for long-term or permanent placement
If you're looking for a fulfilling role where you can genuinely transform lives, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, please send your CV to