PMLD Care Assistant. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Remedy Education; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special needs secondary school in Greenwich is seeking a PMLD Care Assistant to support students aged 11-19 with profound learning disabilities. This full-time role includes personal care, mobility assistance, and fostering a nurturing learning environment. If you are passionate about working with vulnerable young people and have the right experience, apply now for immediate placement.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive working environment

Potential for long-term or permanent placement

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young adults with PMLD or complex needs.
• Comfortable with personal care and manual handling.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with PMLD.
• Assist with personal care routines including toileting and feeding.
• Help implement tailored care and learning plans.

Skills

Positive approach

Calm demeanor

Caring attitude

Education

Relevant training (e.g. Moving & Handling, PEG feeding, First Aid)

Job description

Job Title: PMLD Care Assistant - Special Needs School
Location: Greenwich, South East London
Salary: 100 - 120 per day
Job Type: Full-time, Term-time, Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: Immediate

Job Description

An excellent opportunity has become available for a PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities) Care Assistant to join a well-resourced and supportive special needs secondary school in Greenwich. This full-time role involves working with students aged 11-19 who have complex physical, medical, and learning needs.

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and has previous experience in either care, education, or healthcare settings. The role involves personal care, mobility assistance, and supporting students with engaging, sensory-based learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with profound and multiple learning disabilities

• Support students with personal care routines including toileting, feeding, and changing

• Assist with hoisting, positioning, and manual handling

• Help implement tailored care and learning plans

• Work collaboratively with classroom staff, therapists, and medical professionals

• Maintain a safe and nurturing environment throughout the school day

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young adults with PMLD, physical disabilities, or complex needs

• Comfortable with personal care and manual handling

• Positive, calm, and caring approach

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Relevant training (e.g. Moving & Handling, PEG feeding, First Aid) is desirable

• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay: 100 - 120 per day

• Full-time, term-time working hours

• Supportive and well-equipped working environment

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Potential for long-term or permanent placement

Interested?
To apply or find out more, please contact Scott Arbuckle at Remedy Education