PMLD Teaching Assistant

Location: Burnley
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: September 2025

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). This is a deeply rewarding role where you'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to provide highly individualised care and education to students with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils with PMLD in both group and one-to-one settings

Assist with personal care including toileting, feeding, and moving & handling (training provided)

Use a range of communication methods including Makaton, PECS, and sensory approaches

Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and contribute to their review

Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment

Work collaboratively with families and outside agencies

Requirements

Experience working with children or young adults with complex needs (desirable but not essential)

A calm, patient, and empathetic approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Willingness to undertake relevant training, including manual handling and medical protocols

Please apply now to be considered for the PMLD Teaching Assistant position in Burnley. Please contact Issy on (url removed) / (phone number removed)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required