SEND Teaching Assistant - PMLD - Specialist School

Location: Merton, London, England Pay: £93 – £105, depending on qualifications and experience. Start date: 23 November 2026, or as soon as possible Contract: Full-time, temporary, long-term. Hours: Monday to Friday during term time, Exact hours agreed before placement.

About the role Transparency Education is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a specialist school opportunity in Merton. You will support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), helping them access communication, sensory learning and everyday routines.

Every pupil will have their own ways of showing interest, making choices and expressing needs. You will need a respectful approach to personal care and a commitment to following individual care and learning plans. Key responsibilities Support adapted learning activities using agreed communication approaches.

Notice and record pupils' responses to activities and opportunities for choice. Provide personal care and support comfort and positioning within your training. Work consistently with teachers and other professionals throughout the school day.

Requirements To be eligible for this role and the stated pay, applicants must have: Experience supporting people with complex disabilities or additional needs. Comfort providing personal care with patience, dignity and attention to detail.

Good observation and teamwork; relevant specialist training is advantageous. Appropriate qualifications and training for the responsibilities of the post. Higher rates reflect substantial relevant experience and/or training, such as a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent where relevant.

Pay follows school expectations and AWR, where applicable. What the role offers Contribute to learning that values each pupil's communication, engagement and individual progress. Why Transparency Education? We support teachers and school support staff through attentive service and professional development, offering: A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.

A £150 refer-a-friend reward once your referred candidate has worked and been paid for their first 10 days. Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), including equal pay treatment where applicable. Access to a wide range of CPD through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.

Apply today Apply with your CV, highlighting SEND or care experience and any communication, mobility or personal-care training. If you are not contacted within two working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

We will retain your CV to help you find other education opportunities. Safer recruitment Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.

All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, references, right-to-work and appropriate safer recruitment checks.

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