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Sutton Coldfield (PMLD & Complex Needs)<\/strong>
Job Title<\/strong>
Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA \u2013 PMLD & Complex Needs)
School Type<\/strong>
Specialist Complex Needs School
Age Range of Pupils<\/strong>
2 to 19 years
Location<\/strong>
Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
Contract Type<\/strong>
Full-time (32.5 hours per week, excluding 30-minute daily break)
Long-term, Day-to-day supply, Term-time only
Pay<\/strong>
\u00a392.45 \u2013 \u00a395 per day
\u00a3462.25 \u2013 \u00a3475 per week
Weekly pay

Job Purpose<\/strong>
We are seeking a caring and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs.
This is a highly rewarding role where you will support pupils with significant physical, sensory, and communication needs in a specialist educational setting.

Key Responsibilities \u2013 Teaching & Learning Support<\/strong>
Provide 1:1 support for pupils with PMLD and complex needs
Assist with personal care and daily routines
Support sensory and multi-sensory learning activities
Work alongside teachers and therapists
Use communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, or sensory cues
Help maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging environment

Person Requirements<\/strong>
Experience supporting individuals with PMLD, complex needs, or in care settings
Comfortable assisting with personal care
Understanding of sensory and communication needs
Compassionate, patient, and attentive approach
Strong teamwork skills
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Two professional references

Qualifications<\/strong>
No formal qualifications required<\/strong>
Must have relevant experience<\/strong>, such as: Care work
Support work
SEND school experience

What New Directions Education Ltd Offers<\/strong>
Specialist SEND consultant support
Regular work opportunities
Competitive weekly pay
Opportunities for long-term placements
Ongoing support and development
Referral incentive scheme
Well-established agency reputation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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