Job Description

PMLD Teaching Assistant

London Borough of Southwark 

Specialist SEN school

Full-Time, Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm (term time only)

£90 per day

Opportunity to become permanent

Parker Smith Inclusion is excited to be partnering with an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ SEN school in Peckham, offering a fantastic full-time opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant. This school provides creative and therapeutic education for children aged 11-19 with a wide range of learning difficulties, Autism/ASC, and complex needs. Many of the children have Speech and Language Communication Needs (SLCN), some are non-verbal, and others use wheelchairs or need mobility support. This role would be to specifically work with students with PMLD (profound, multiple learning difficulties) 

The school is equipped with outstanding facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, to support the children’s physical and emotional development. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping students achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

What’s it like to be a SEN Teaching Assistant?

Working as a SEN Teaching Assistant in this school is both rewarding and varied. You will be providing hands-on support to students, helping them engage in learning activities, and ensuring they are comfortable and supported throughout the school day. You may assist with personal care, feeding, and hydrotherapy sessions. The role requires patience, empathy, and strong communication skills, but you will have the satisfaction of knowing you are making a real difference in the lives of young people with special needs.

If this sounds like the role for you, press apply today! 

Parker Smith Inclusion is an Ethical SEND Specialist working with hundreds of schools across London, Hertfordshire, Surrey and Essex. We pride ourselves on our unique experience we provide to those searching for their perfect role, alongside being different to most agencies. We put people before profit, providing opportunities that are optimal for the candidate and fair to the school.

We work with all types of SEND professionals, across all types of settings such as Mainstream schools, SEND Schools and ARPs. We help those coming into the industry take their first steps, and those looking to progress into that next exciting step of their career. So, if you’re interested in hearing more about us, and how we can help you, please do contact me today! You can reach me on (url removed) I look forward to hearing all about you, and taking that next step with you!

PMLD Teaching Assistant Role Details:

Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant position, Monday to Friday, 9am – 4pm (term time only)

Assist with a variety of tasks, including hydrotherapy, feeding, and toileting

Work as part of a dedicated, collaborative team

Daily pay rate of £90, paid via PAYE, with the opportunity to secure a permanent role

What We’re Looking For:

A positive, proactive SEN Teaching Assistant with excellent communication skills

A team player who is comfortable assisting with physical needs, including swimming and personal care

No previous SEN professional experience is required—if you have the right attitude, the school will provide all the support and training you need

If you’re ready to take on a fulfilling role as an SEN Teaching Assistant and help shape the future of children with special educational needs, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of this incredible school community