Job title: PMLD Support Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: SEND Teaching and Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Barking & Dagenham, East London
Job published: 11-07-2025
Job ID: 106777

Job Description

PMLD Support Assistant | Barking & Dagenham | September Start

A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a PMLD Support Assistant in a well-regarded all-through school in Barking & Dagenham. This Ofsted ‘Good’ school places strong emphasis on behaviour management and inclusive support. The school is easily accessible via public transport and offers a supportive environment, ideal for a committed PMLD Support Assistant.

This PMLD Support Assistant role includes:

  • Weekly pay of £444, term-time only

  • Supportive SLT focused on training and development

  • Opportunities for CPD and internal progression

  • Great pension scheme for long-term security

  • Clear pathways into Psychology and Educational roles

The PMLD Support Assistant will be expected to:

  • Provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)

  • Support teaching staff with behaviour management strategies

  • Follow curriculum plans and contribute to pupil progress and attainment

  • Liaise effectively with parents and carers to ensure consistent support

  • Assist with physical, emotional and academic needs of pupils

  • Work flexibly within a large, collaborative school setting in Barking & Dagenham

Ideal PMLD Support Assistant applicants will:

  • Hold a 1:1 or 2:1 degree from a top 20 UK university

  • Have previous experience working with PMLD or SEND pupils

  • Be confident, proactive, and supportive in a classroom environment

  • Communicate effectively with pupils, parents, and staff

  • Demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and a strong team ethic

  • Be passionate about inclusive education in Barking & Dagenham

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this PMLD Support Assistant in Barking & Dagenham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this PMLD Support Assistant role.