PMLD Learning Support Assistant

PMLD Learning Support Assistant - Educational Setting

Swansea area

Flexible supply work

Via Teaching Personnel

Are you passionate about supporting pupils with complex additional learning needs (ALN)? Do you have the patience, care, and dedication to support individuals with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you

We are seeking a PMLD Learning Support Assistant to work within a specialist educational setting supporting pupils from Primary to Secondary age with complex needs.

Pupils you will support may have:

• Profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)
• Physical disabilities and mobility needs
• Complex medical needs
• Sensory impairments (visual/hearing)
• Communication difficulties (non-verbal or limited communication)

This is a highly rewarding role where your support will have a direct impact on pupils' quality of life, engagement, and development

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
• Assist with personal care (feeding, toileting, hygiene) in a dignified manner
• Support pupils with PEG feeding (training/experience desirable)
• Use specialist equipment for manual handling and mobility support
• Engage pupils in sensory and therapeutic activities
• Support communication using tools such as PECS, Makaton, or visual aids
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and healthcare professionals
• Maintain a consistent, calm, and empathetic approach at all times

• A compassionate, patient, and resilient individual
• Experience supporting individuals with ALN/PMLD (desirable)
• Manual Handling training (desirable but not essential)
• Experience or awareness of PEG feeding and personal care
• A strong willingness to learn and develop new skills
• A proactive and positive attitude

This role is offered on a supply basis through Teaching Personnel, providing flexibility and valuable experience:

• Flexible working to suit your schedule
• Opportunities across a variety of specialist settings
• Pathways into long-term or permanent roles
• Competitive weekly pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Supply work is ideal for building your experience while finding the right environment for you!

We're committed to supporting your professional growth:

FREE training, including:

• Behaviour Management
• Safeguarding
• Thrive Approach

Team Teach Level 2 Training - available at a significantly reduced cost

Additional development opportunities to enhance your skills in ALN and complex needs support

Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, connecting dedicated individuals with specialist roles in schools and provisions.

We offer:

• Expert guidance and ongoing support
• Access to high-quality training and CPD
• Roles matched to your experience and career goals