SEND Teaching Assistant (PMLD)

PMLD SEND Teaching Assistant - Specialist School

Location: Lewisham, London

Salary: £95 - £105 per day, depending on qualifications and experience.

Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

Start date: 05/10/2026

Hours: Term time - 8:30 - 3:30 - school day

Transparency Education is recruiting a PMLD SEND Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Lewisham.

You will support pupils aged 4–19 with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), working on a one-to-one basis and with small groups. You will help pupils access learning, develop their communication skills and participate fully in school life.

The role may involve supporting pupils with complex physical, sensory and medical needs. Responsibilities will include personal care, assistance with mobility, feeding support and the use of specialist communication methods. Relevant training and guidance will be provided where required.

About the school

The school provides a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment for children and young people with a range of complex needs. Pupils benefit from personalised learning programmes, specialist facilities and support from an experienced multidisciplinary team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive school where staff work collaboratively to help every pupil achieve greater independence and reach their individual potential.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with PMLD

• Assist pupils in accessing personalised learning activities

• Support pupils with communication, sensory development and engagement

• Provide personal care, mobility and feeding support where required, following individual plans and relevant training

• Use specialist communication approaches and equipment

• Work alongside teachers, therapists, healthcare professionals and other support staff

• Monitor pupils’ progress, wellbeing and engagement

• Follow safeguarding, medical and risk-management procedures at all times

Role requirements

Essential

"• Experience supporting children, young people or adults with SEND or complex needs

• A willingness and ability to provide personal care

• A calm, patient and compassionate approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• The ability to support pupils safely with mobility and daily routines, using appropriate training and equipment

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupils’ welfare"

Desirable

"• A relevant Teaching Assistant, childcare, health or social care qualification

• Previous experience supporting pupils with PMLD

• Experience working within a specialist SEND school

• Training in moving and handling, Makaton, PECS or alternative communication methods

• Experience supporting individuals with sensory, physical or medical needs"

What the role offers

"• £95–£105 per day, depending on qualifications and experience

• Access to relevant professional-development opportunities

• Support and guidance from experienced teaching and therapy teams

• A full-time, long-term position

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils with complex needs"

Apply with your CV to discuss this PMLD SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity in Lewisham.

Why work via Transparency Education?

Transparency Education are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact us directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Transparency Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance