Job Description
A caring and inclusive primary school in South Liverpool is looking to appoint a compassionate and dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to support pupils in EYFS and Key Stage 1. This is a full-time role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The successful applicant will work closely with teaching staff and the SEND team to support primary-aged children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). Many of the pupils are non-verbal and require high levels of tailored support, including personal care, sensory-based learning and communication support.
The Role
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD
• Support non-verbal pupils using alternative communication methods (e.g. PECS, Makaton, visual aids)
• Assist with sensory learning activities and personalised learning programmes
• Support with personal care and mobility where required
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff
• Help to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment
The Ideal Candidate
• Experience working with children with PMLD, complex needs or in a specialist setting
• Patient, nurturing and attentive approach
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification desirable but not essential
Requirements
• References covering the last 5 years
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
1. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
2. Regular and varied supply work
3. Competitive rates of pay
4. Potential long-term teaching roles
5. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
6. A network of branches across the UK
7. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
8. Recommend-a-friend scheme
9. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Liverpool branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.