PMLD Learning Support Assistant for Personal Care

Classroom Support; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Classroom Support in London is seeking a dedicated PMLD Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils with complex needs, including PMLD, physical disabilities and communication challenges.

You will provide personal care with dignity, support learning in 1:1 or small groups, follow EHCPs and risk assessments, and collaborate with teaching and care staff to promote wellbeing, inclusion and independence.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD and SEND.
• Experience providing personal care while maintaining dignity.
• Understanding of SEND, complex learning needs and physical disabilities.
• Ability to follow care plans, EHCPs and risk assessments.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and child protection practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support within classroom settings.
• Assist with personal care while promoting independence.
• Support pupil wellbeing, inclusion and safety.
• Collaborate with teaching and care staff across multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

PMLD knowledge

SEND support

Personal care

Safeguarding

Communication

Moving and Handling

Teamwork

Care plans & EHCPs

Time management

Empathy

Job description

Classroom Support in London is seeking a dedicated PMLD Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils with complex needs, including PMLD, physical disabilities and communication challenges.

You will provide personal care with dignity, support learning in 1:1 or small groups, follow EHCPs and risk assessments, and collaborate with teaching and care staff to promote wellbeing, inclusion and independence.