PMLD Teaching Assistant

Location: Greater London

PMLD Teaching AssistantsHeron Academy | Lambeth, South London

January 2027 Start | Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm & Permanent Opportunities

Are you passionate about supporting young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)?

Ribbons & Reeves are working with Heron Academy, a specialist SEN school in Lambeth, who are looking to recruit multiple dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their team from January 2027.

With 11+ opportunities available, this is an excellent chance to join a specialist setting supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD) and complex additional needs.

The Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with PMLD and complex needs.
• Support sensory-based learning, communication and engagement through personalised activities.
• Assist pupils with developing independence, functional skills and everyday routines.
• Support the delivery of individual learning programmes alongside class teachers.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and the wider support team.
• Help create a safe, positive and stimulating learning environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ideally PMLD, SLD or complex needs.