A specialist SEN school is looking for an enthusiastic PLMD TA to join their team of dedicated staff in September 2026. The role is full-time position in a fantastic school based in South Liverpool. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with additional needs and make a real difference within a caring and inclusive school community.
The school supports pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), and complex autism needs within a welcoming and inclusive environment. This role requires an individual with previous experience working in SEND and care settings, along with a calm, patient, and empathetic approach to providing tailored support and sensory-based communication strategies.
The Role
- Help maintain a safe and positive learning environment tailored to the pupils individual needs.
- Assisting the pupils with personal care.
- Support pupils with individual PLMD needs, encouraging progress in both learning, wellbeing & behavioural needs.
- Work within school hours of 8:30am–4:00pm, with timetabled teaching typically between 10:00am and 2:00pm
- Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, and external professionals
The Ideal Candidate
- NCFE, CACHE Level 2 or 3, Health & Social Care are also highly desired.
- Preferably experienced in working with PMLD, severe learning difficulties (SLD), or complex physical disabilities in an educational or care setting.
- Has a resilient, and adaptable approach to work.
Requirements
- References covering the last 5 years
- Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who is committed to helping every child reach their full potential in a supportive specialist setting.
- A dedicated and expert Account Manager
- Regular and varied supply work
- Competitive rates of pay
- Potential long-term teaching roles
- Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
- A network of branches across the UK
- Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
- Recommend-a-friend scheme
- Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
