PMLD Learning Support Assistant, Personal Care & SEND

Senploy; London Borough of Lambeth; Sur place; GBP 20 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional development

Support from education consultant

Résumé du poste

Senploy is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming school in Lambeth, supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). You will provide 1:1 and small-group learning support, assist with personal care with dignity, and help pupils access activities and communicate effectively.

Working with teachers, the SENCO and support staff, you will follow care plans, assist with moving and handling, and observe pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience with PMLD, personal care, moving and handling, physical disabilities or communication support would be useful.
• Patient, attentive and compassionate with a calm demeanor.

Responsabilités

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support during learning and daily activities.
• Help pupils access classroom activities in ways suited to their needs.
• Support communication, interaction and engagement.
• Provide personal care with dignity, sensitivity and respect.
• Follow care plans and school procedures.
• Assist with moving and handling, following training and safe working practices.
• Support pupils through transitions and changes to their routine.
• Notice and share observations about pupils' wellbeing and progress.
• Work collaboratively with families and relevant professionals where appropriate.

Connaissances

Patience

Communication

Empathy

Moving and handling training

Description du poste

PMLD Learning Support Assistant, Personal Care & SEND

A welcoming and inclusive school in Lambeth is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). This hands-on role is ideal for someone who can provide thoughtful, respectful support with learning, communication and personal care, while helping each pupil feel safe, valued and included.

The pupils you'll support 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.

What you'll do Working alongside teachers, the SENCO and other support staff, you'll:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support during learning and daily activities.
• Help pupils access classroom activities in ways suited to their needs.
• Support communication, interaction and engagement.
• Provide personal care with dignity, sensitivity and respect.
• Follow care plans and school procedures.
• Assist with moving and handling, following training and safe working practices.
• Support pupils through transitions and changes to their routine.
• Notice and share observations about pupils' wellbeing and progress.
• Work collaboratively with families and relevant professionals where appropriate.

Who would suit this role? We're keen to hear from people with experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly those with complex needs. Experience with PMLD, personal care, moving and handling, physical disabilities or communication support would be useful. You'll be patient, attentive and compassionate, and able to remain calm and reassuring throughout the day. You'll respect each pupil's dignity, communicate clearly with colleagues and understand the importance of consistent, individualised support. Relevant moving and handling or personal care training is an advantage.

What the role offers

• A full-time position in Lambeth.
• Competitive pay, depending on experience.
• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs.
• Guidance from experienced school staff.
• Access to professional development and training.
• Support from a dedicated education consultant.

Progress may mean engaging with a sensory activity, communicating a choice, building trust or taking part in a familiar routine. As a PMLD Learning Support Assistant, you'll help create the conditions for each pupil to feel comfortable, included and ready to learn.

If you have experience supporting children or young people with additional needs and are looking for a PMLD Learning Support Assistant role in Lambeth.