At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with profound learning disabilities in a nurturing school environment.
- Company: Teaching Personnel, the UK's leading education recruitment agency.
- Benefits: Competitive weekly pay, flexible hours, and free specialist training.
- Other info: Flexible supply opportunities with potential for long-term placements.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children with complex needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEN settings or care roles preferred.
The predicted salary is between 10.8 - 13.2 £ per hour.
If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.
Swansea
Competitive Weekly Pay
Flexible Supply Opportunities
FREE Specialist Training & CPD
Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated individual looking to support children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)? Teaching Personnel, the UK's leading education recruitment agency, is recruiting enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support learners within a highly specialist school setting in Swansea. This fantastic provision supports pupils with complex learning difficulties, physical disabilities, medical needs, sensory impairments, and communication difficulties, helping every learner achieve their full potential in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience In:
- PMLD or Complex Needs Support
- Special Educational Needs (SEN/ALN) Settings
- Care Assistant or Support Worker Roles
- Residential Care Settings
- Healthcare Assistant Positions
- Autism (ASC) Support
- Learning Disability Support
- Personal Care and Manual Handling
- Youth Work or Childcare Settings
Key Skills Required
- Patience, empathy, and understanding
- Strong communication skills, including non-verbal communication awareness
- Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and staff
- Confidence supporting personal care where required
- Understanding of person-centred support approaches
- Resilience and a positive attitude
- Strong teamwork skills
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
- FREE CPD and accredited training opportunities
- Safeguarding, Team Teach and specialist SEN training available
- Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
- Access to long-term and short-term placements
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience within specialist education
Important Information
These positions are offered through Teaching Personnel on a supply basis. Whilst work cannot be guaranteed, supply provides excellent flexibility and can often lead to long-term placements for successful candidates. This role would particularly suit candidates considering careers in Special Education, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, or Educational Support.
If you are passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of children with complex additional needs and want a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team that changes lives every day.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
ALN Support - Education employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering educators and supporting their professional growth. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and a nurturing work culture, we offer competitive pay, free CPD training, and a dedicated consultant for guidance throughout your journey. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs in the vibrant Salford area.
