Job Title: PMLD Support Assistant
Location: Havering
Pay: £90–£100 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only | Long-term role
"Every child has a voice — it’s up to us to hear it."
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist school supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). This is a fantastic long-term opportunity for someone with at least 1 year’s SEN experience and a Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification who is ready to make a meaningful difference.
About the School
Our partner schools provide education for pupils with a wide range of complex needs — including sensory, medical, and physical disabilities. Many learners are non-verbal, use wheelchairs, and require high levels of individualised care. Classrooms can vary from calm, sensory-focused settings to more dynamic and physically demanding environments — but always with the shared aim of promoting dignity, growth, and development for every child.
Your Role Will Include
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Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to EHCPs and learning plans
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Facilitating sensory, therapeutic, and play-based learning sessions
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Using communication aids such as PECS, visual timetables, and assistive technology
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Supporting with personal care (toileting, feeding, hoisting — full training provided)
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Building a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive
What We’re Looking For
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Minimum of 1 year’s experience with children or young people with SEND
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Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
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Confidence in working with pupils with PMLD, complex needs, or physical disabilities
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A calm, empathetic, and resilient attitude — especially during challenging moments
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A strong team player with initiative and commitment to inclusive education
What You’ll Gain
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A rewarding role in a supportive specialist setting
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The chance to broaden your skills in PMLD and complex needs
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Continuous training and professional development opportunities
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A collaborative team that values and supports you
Why Work With Parker Smith Inclusion?
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Specialists in SEND recruitment with a people-first approach
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PAYE only — no umbrella companies or hidden deductions
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Long-term placements with dedicated consultant support
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Transparent and ethical recruitment focused on your wellbeing
Interested in this opportunity?
Send your CV to Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848 and ask for Elisha for more information.