SEND Teaching Assistant - PMLD - Specialist School

SEND Teaching Assistant - PMLD - Specialist School

Location: Lewisham, London, England

Pay: £93–£105 per day, depending on qualifications and experience.

Start date: 23 November 2026, or as soon as possible

Contract: Full-time, temporary, long-term.

Hours: Monday to Friday during term time, Exact hours agreed before placement.

About the role

Transparency Education is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a specialist school opportunity in Lewisham, supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). You will help make learning, communication and care accessible throughout the day.

Progress may be seen in a sustained look, a choice or a new response to an activity. We are looking for someone observant, patient and comfortable providing personal care sensitively, following individual plans and the training provided.

Key responsibilities

Support sensory learning and communication activities led by the class team.

Offer personal care while protecting dignity and following care plans.

Assist with mobility and positioning only within agreed training and guidance.

Notice responses, record observations and share changes with colleagues.

Requirements

To be eligible for this role and the stated pay, applicants must have:

Experience supporting children or adults with complex needs or disabilities.

A respectful approach to personal care and dependable teamwork.

PMLD or alternative communication experience is desirable; specialist tasks require appropriate training.

Appropriate qualifications and training for the responsibilities of the post.

Higher rates reflect substantial relevant experience and/or training, such as a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent where relevant. Pay follows school expectations and AWR, where applicable.

What the role offers

Contribute to meaningful individual progress in a role that brings learning and care together.

Why Transparency Education?

We support teachers and school support staff through attentive service and professional development, offering:

A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.

A £150 refer-a-friend reward once your referred candidate has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), including equal pay treatment where applicable.

Access to a wide range of CPD through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.

Apply today

Apply with your CV, outlining your SEND or care experience and relevant training.

Email or call (phone number removed). Please include your earliest available start date.

If you are not contacted within two working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We will retain your CV to help you find other education opportunities.

Safer recruitment

Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, references, right-to-work and appropriate safer recruitment checks

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