PMLD Teaching Assistant (West Yorkshire) New
Job Title: PMLD Specialist Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £85 - £100 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term / Part-time
Start Date: September 2025
We are recruiting for experienced and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) in secondary SEN settings across West Yorkshire.
This role involves working closely with students who have complex physical, medical, and communication needs, often requiring full personal care support. You will play a key part in helping pupils access a sensory and therapeutic curriculum in a calm, safe, and inclusive environment.
Provide direct support to secondary-aged students with PMLD
Assist with personal care tasks, including toileting, changing, and feeding
Support the delivery of sensory-based learning and therapy-led activities
Use or assist with communication systems such as Makaton, PECS, or AAC devices
Maintain a consistent and nurturing approach, supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
Work collaboratively with class teams and care professionals
Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification (or equivalent)
Manual Handling and Personal Care experience
Experience working with PMLD or complex SEND (in education, health, or care settings)
Knowledge or experience with communication systems (e.g., Makaton, PECS, AAC)
Moving and Handling certification (desirable)
Basic understanding of medical needs (e.g., PEG feeding, epilepsy care) is an advantage
Calm, patient, and reliable
Comfortable with personal care and physical support
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Resilient, with a proactive and positive attitude
Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
How to Apply:
To apply, please apply below with your CV, or call 020 4515 1281 with any queries. Positions available for September.
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