Overview
PMLD Teaching Assistant – Location: Sheffield. Salary: £86 – £100 per day (Depending on Experience). Start Date: Immediate. Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time.
Are you passionate about supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)?
GSL Education are seeking caring and resilient PMLD Teaching Assistants to join schools across Sheffield.
Responsibilities
As a PMLD Teaching Assistant (PMLD TA), you will provide essential support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, helping them access learning and develop key life skills. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment tailored to each child’s individual needs.
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD.
* Assist in delivering personalised learning programmes and sensory-based activities.
* Support pupils with physical, medical, and emotional needs.
* Use communication aids and assistive technologies to enhance learning.
* Foster independence, confidence, and positive social interaction.
* Contribute to maintaining a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Requirements
* Experience working with children or young people with PMLD or complex needs is highly desirable.
* CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance, or equivalent qualifications preferred.
* Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting children with high levels of need.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
* A clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
* Have an updated CV and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply via GSL Education.
Why choose GSL Education?
* Competitive daily pay rates.
* Flexible working opportunities to suit your lifestyle.
* Access to a variety of supportive schools in Sheffield.
* Ongoing training and professional development.
If you’re ready to provide life-changing support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, we would love to hear from you!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the “PMLD Teaching Assistant” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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