Job Description

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 isabel.keen@twrecruitment.com / 01772977333

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.