PMLD Support Staff

Job description

Job Title: PMLD Teaching Assistants
Location: Cardiff
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Full-Tme, Term-Time Only
Salary: Minimum of £87.96 per day base rate

About the Role:
A number of special educational needs schools have contacted us regarding both short-term and long-term positions they are looking to fill in the Cardiff area. The schools range from specific Primary and Secondary sites, to 3-19 years provisions. The schools are ideally looking for staff with a wide range of PMLD experience or extensive ALN experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with PMLD.
• Assist with personal care and mobility needs, following individual care plans.
• Support students in accessing a sensory-based curriculum tailored to their needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver inclusive learning.
• Promote independence, communication, and engagement in all activities.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting young people with PMLD or complex needs is highly desirable.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to care and learning.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., manual handling, communication aids).
• A DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) is essential.
• An EWC registration or willingness to register

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful applicants will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.