SEN Teaching Assistant

<p>Job Description</p><br>If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.<br><p>PMLD & SEN Teaching Assistant - Bedford</p><p>A caring and inclusive school in Bedford is looking for a compassionate and resilient PMLD & SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, alongside a range of special educational needs.</p><p>This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and making a genuine difference every day. The school is seeking positive role models who can provide consistency, encouragement, emotional support, and personalised care to pupils with complex additional needs.</p><p>Education and Training Opportunity</p><p>Role: PMLD & SEN Teaching Assistant</p><p>Pay: £465 - £500 per week</p><p>Location: Bedford</p><p>The Opportunity - Education and Training:</p><p>As a PMLD & SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of complex learning, physical, emotional, and behavioural needs. Many pupils require tailored communication approaches, sensory support, emotional regulation strategies, and assistance accessing learning in a safe and nurturing environment.</p><p>Pupils You Support May Experience:</p><ul><li>Profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)</li><li>Autism and communication difficulties</li><li>Social, emotional, and behavioural needs</li><li>Sensory processing needs</li><li>Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties</li><li>Physical disabilities or complex medical needs</li><li>Behavioural challenges linked to unmet needs or trauma</li><li>Low confidence and difficulties building relationships</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD and SEN needs</li><li>Support pupils with communication, sensory activities, and personalised learning tasks</li><li>Assist with emotional regulation and behaviour support strategies</li><li>Help pupils develop independence, confidence, and social skills</li><li>Act as a calm, positive, and consistent role model</li><li>Support pupils with mobility and personal care where required</li><li>Work closely with teachers, therapists, SEN staff, and pastoral teams</li><li>Help maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment</li></ul><p>About the School - Bedford</p><ul><li>Inclusive and supportive school community</li><li>Strong focus on wellbeing, SEND support, and pupil xwzovoh development</li><li>Excellent leadership and collaborative staff team</li><li>Well-resourced learning environment</li><li>Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression</li><li>Easily accessible location with good transport links</li></ul><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>£465 - £500 per week (paid weekly)</li><li>Ongoing CPD and specialist SEND training</li><li>Valuable experience within education and training</li><li>Supportive and welcoming staff team</li><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful daily impact</li><li>Long-term career development opportunities within SEND education</li></ul><p>If you are looking for a fulfilling role where you can support, nurture, and inspire pupils with complex needs, apply today for this PMLD & SEN Teaching Assistant position in Bedford.</p>