PMLD Teaching Assistant

PMLD Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Teaching Agency is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to supporting our educators every step of the way!

Are you an experienced PMLD Teaching Assistant?

Tradewind are working with a one form entry Primary School on the outskirts of Leigh who are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis starting in September on an ongoing basis.

They are looking for someone who has previous experience working with children with profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) with associated complex needs, ASD (Autism) and challenging behaviour, personal care (nappy changing) and nonverbal communication.

The school are looking for an experienced PMLD teaching assistant to work 1-1 with a child in reception.

We are looking for:

• Have excellent communication and behaviour management techniques
• Be confident in dealing with challenging behaviour
• Excellent interpersonal skills based on effective communication
• Passion to ensure every pupil succeeds and reaches their full potential
• An awareness of their own strengths and areas for development and a willingness to listen to, reflect constructively and ac upon, as appropriate, feedback from others.
• Be able to confidently work as part of the team and independently.

Essentials:

• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK

Benefits of working with us:

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Virtual registration for a streamlined and efficient process
• Free access to 2,500 CPD courses and resources via The National College
• Online timesheets for easy and quick submission
• Top rates of pay, PAYE (no Umbrella companies)
• Opportunity to experience a range of placements in schools local to you
• Flexible work to suit your schedule, with daily supply and long-term option

If you're an experienced primary PMLD teaching assistant looking for an exciting new opportunity and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment, please apply now and take the next step in your career! Or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey Pennington on /

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment;

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer