PMLD Teaching Assistant

Location: Burnley
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: September 2025

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). This is a deeply rewarding role where you'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to provide highly individualised care and education to students with complex needs.

• Support pupils with PMLD in both group and one-to-one settings

• Assist with personal care including toileting, feeding, and moving & handling (training provided)

• Use a range of communication methods including Makaton, PECS, and sensory approaches

• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and contribute to their review

• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment

• Work collaboratively with families and outside agencies

• Experience working with children or young adults with complex needs (desirable but not essential)

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Willingness to undertake relevant training, including manual handling and medical protocols

Please apply now to be considered for the PMLD Teaching Assistant position in Burnley. Please contact Issy on /

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.