PMLD Teaching Assistant
Salary/Rate:£85 - £95 PAYE
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Sutton
County:South West London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:9049
Post Date:01.04.25
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About the Role
PMLD Teaching Assistant
- September 2025 - Long-Term to Permanent
- All Age Through School (Early Years to Post 16)
- £85 - £95 per day PAYE
- Sutton, South West London (Carshalton and Wallington)
This special school has worked tirelessly to build an environment that doesn’t just support the students, but also every member of staff and provide an inclusive learning environment.
As you walk into the school you can immediately feel the difference. Outdoor space with play areas, plenty of sensory resources and provisions for children and young adults with Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties, Complex Needs and heightened sensory difficulties.
The settings are based in Carshalton and Wallington, and both are the standard sized SEND schools located in the residential surroundings of Sutton. There is an established Therapy Team made of up of OT (Occupational Therapists), SaLTs (Speech and Language Therapists) and Therapist Assistants, and as a SEND Teaching Assistant you will have cross over with this department.
The teaching staff themselves are energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about what they are creating. All are approachable and welcoming, and it is apparent they care deeply about what the school delivers for their students. This culture is shaped by a headteacher who is encouraging, supportive and hands on, resulting in a strong bond throughout the staff teams.
The children's curriculum is catered to the needs of the pupil's needs and abilities and ECHPs and with an excellent Teaching Assistant to pupil ratio and superb physical resources as well, the learning experience for every student is rewarding and impactful.
The children themselves can be tactile, as you would expect in a specialist autism environment. They respond well to the empathy and patience of the teaching staff, who bring a down to earth mindset every day.
With the goal of every student not missing out on the ‘school’ experience, attention to detail has been paid. School dress code, sixth form common room and travel training to enable greater independence are examples. As well as discos, summer party and proms.
Experienced teachers joining this school are supported throughout. If you are coming from a mainstream school, your secondary experience and adapting of curriculum will be vital. Naturally SEND training is ongoing and your career journey through CPD is important to the school.
If this opportunity fits with your current circumstances and ambition, please contact us to discuss how we can guide and advise you going forward. Whether it is this specific role or other SEND teaching positions, we can help you find the right next step for your career.
Please get in touch with Jamie Martinez if you want to hear more about this or our other SEND support opportunities. You can get in touch by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or calling us on 0203 011 4848.
Now is the time to at least be looking at the opportunities your career so far can offer you. September discussions are happening and we can facilitate conversations with multiple schools.
We are very different in our approach as you will see from the voices reviewing and recommending us. If you would like your journey so far to be recognised and respected, Parker Smith Inclusion is the right partner for you and your future.
At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 300 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators.
Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your support staff role.
- Tailored School Matches – We carefully match you with schools that align with your leadership experience and career aspirations.
- Exclusive Opportunities – Many of our leadership roles are exclusive to Parker Smith Inclusion. That’s how much our schools trust our service and knowledge.
- Expert Knowledge – Our strong relationships with schools and trusts mean we can provide valuable insight into the school’s history, leadership structure, and culture.
- Transparent Pay Structure – All long-term roles are PAYE only, with no hidden umbrella costs. Your salary is matched from the beginning of your contract.
- Comprehensive Interview Support – We offer detailed interview preparation, increasing your chances of success.
- Specialist Settings – Opportunities in schools supporting children and young people with SEMH, EBSA, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, and MLD.
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