Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistant – Oldham

Location: Oldham
Salary: £107.71–£115 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
Start Date: ASAP

Milk Education is looking for patient, caring and resilient Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistants to work across specialist schools and SEND settings in Oldham.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), complex physical disabilities and significant additional needs. This is an opportunity to support pupils with a range of individual needs, helping them access learning, develop communication and build independence wherever possible.

The Role

As a Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistant, you may be responsible for:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with profound and complex needs.

• Supporting pupils with communication, sensory activities, learning and personal development.

• Assisting with personal care and mobility where required and in line with individual support plans.

• Supporting pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical or care needs.

• Following individual education, communication and care plans.

• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists and wider support teams.

• Creating a safe, calm and inclusive environment tailored to each pupil.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with severe SEND, PMLD or complex needs.

• Experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker or in a similar role.

• A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Confidence supporting pupils with high levels of individual need.

The following qualifications and experience would be desirable but are not essential:

• Moving & Handling training.

• Hoist training and experience.

• Personal care experience.

• Makaton, PECS or other communication-support experience.

• First Aid or relevant medical needs training.

• Experience supporting wheelchair users or pupils with physical disabilities.

• Relevant SEND, health and social care qualifications.

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Competitive daily rates of £107.71–£115.

• Full-time, part-time, temporary and long-term opportunities.

• Access to specialist SEND settings across Oldham.

• Fast-track registration and compliance support.

• Access to Milk Academy training and development.

• Wellbeing resources and dedicated consultant support.

• A nationwide network of education opportunities.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

To find out more or apply, contact Marli at Milk Education on 0161 327 0001 or email marli.mendes@milk-education.co.uk.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting high standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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