SEN Care Teaching Assistant

SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD) - Rotherham

Are you an experienced SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD) or care support worker looking for flexible, ongoing work in specialist SEN schools?
Academics are working closely with SEN schools across Rotherham, recruiting SEN Care Teaching Assistants (PMLD) to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties on a temporary, ongoing supply basis.

As an SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD), you will be supporting children with complex learning, physical and medical needs within highly structured, nurturing school environments. This SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD) role is ideal for individuals with a background in SEN, care or healthcare who are confident providing both educational and care-based support.

Position: SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD)
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing
Pay: per day (paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees)
Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

About the Role

As an SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD), you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties, physical disabilities and complex medical needs.
The SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD) role includes a strong care element, such as personal care, sensory support, and moving and handling, alongside supporting pupils to engage with learning activities.

You will work as part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team, supporting pupils' wellbeing, communication, independence and daily routines in a safe and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD
  Provide personal care and physical assistance where required
  Support sensory learning activities and communication approaches
  Assist pupils with mobility, positioning and daily routines
  Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and wellbeing
  Follow individual care plans, EHCP targets and risk assessments
  Maintain safeguarding and health & safety standards at all times
  Support teachers and therapists within daily classroom routines

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working with PMLD or complex SEN needs
  Background in SEN education, care, healthcare or support roles
  Confident supporting personal care and physical needs
  Enhanced Child and Adult DBS (or willingness to apply)

What Academics Offer

• Ongoing SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD) roles across Rotherham
  Competitive daily pay between
  Flexible work patterns to suit your lifestyle
  Supportive and specialist SEN school placements
  Immediate or flexible start dates
  Temp to perm opportunities
  Refer a friend scheme - earn up to 125 in Love2Shop vouchers

If you are an SEN Care Teaching Assistant (PMLD) looking for flexible and rewarding work within PMLD schools in Rotherham, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Academics and make a real difference.