PMLD Learning Support Assistant, Personal Care & SEND

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

PMLD Learning Support Assistant, Personal Care & SEND

You'll work with children with complex and additional needs, which may include PMLD, physical disabilities, communication needs and developmental delay. Some pupils may have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and need close, individual support throughout the school day. You'll get to know each pupil's routines, preferences and ways of communicating. By offering consistent support and encouragement, you'll help pupils take part in activities and develop as much independence as possible.

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain oneExperience supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)Experience providing personal care while maintaining dignity and independenceUnderstanding of SEND, complex learning needs and physical disabilitiesExperience or training in Moving and HandlingAbility to support pupils with mobility difficulties and physical care needsExperience working within a multidisciplinary teamStrong understanding of safeguarding and child protectionKnowledge of sensory needs, communication difficulties and emotional regulationAbility to provide 1:1 and small-group supportExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsPatient, compassionate and adaptable approachStrong organisational and time management skillsAbility to follow individual care plans, EHCPs and risk assessmentsCommitment to promoting pupil wellbeing, inclusion and independenceReliable, professional and able to work collaboratively with teaching and care staffAutism Awareness