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PMLD Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 92.63 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Brighton

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

PMLD Teaching Assistant

Primary School in Brighton
Full-Time | Long-Term Role
Start Date: September 2026
Daily Rate: £92.63–£110

Are you a compassionate and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)? We work alongside our network of wonderful Brighton based schools to place dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistants ongoingly.

Our schools provide supportive environments where pupils with complex needs are encouraged to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with significant physical, medical, and cognitive needs
Assist with personal care, feeding, and mobility in a respectful and dignified manner
Use sensory tools, visual aids, and communication systems such as PECS, Makaton, or AAC to enhance engagement
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to implement and review individual learning plans
Create a calm, safe, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes independence and positive behaviour
The Ideal Candidate Will:

Have experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, SLD, or complex needs (in education or care settings)
Be empathetic, flexible, and committed to inclusive practice
Communicate effectively and work well within a multidisciplinary team
Be confident using assistive technology and sensory resources
Be open to ongoing training, including manual handling and medical procedures
Have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a school where every achievement is celebrated, and staff are supported to grow professionally while making a lasting impact on pupils’ lives.

To apply, click the “Apply” button or call . We look forward to hearing from you.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles

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