PMLD Learning Support Assistant - Secondary & FE College

Randstad Education; Romford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking compassionate PMLD Learning Support Assistants to work with students aged 11–19+ across secondary schools and FE college provisions in Walthamstow and Romford. You will provide intensive 1:1 and small-group support in classroom, sensory, and hydrotherapy environments.

The role includes delivering personal care and using AAC/PECS/Makaton to aid communication, supporting EHCP targets and independent living skills.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting PMLD, complex health needs, or severe physical disabilities in education or care settings.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service covering BOTH Child & Adult Workforce, or a firm commitment to apply for one immediately.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive 1:1 and small group support in classroom, sensory, and hydrotherapy environments.
• Deliver comprehensive personal care (including hygiene, changing, feeding/PEG feeding support, and hoist/moving and handling).
• Implement sensory integration strategies and assist with communication tools (AAC, PECS, Makaton).
• Support students in achieving their individual EHCP targets and independent living skills.

Job description

Job Title: PMLD Learning Support Assistant - Secondary & FE College

Locations: Walthamstow & Romford

Pay Rate: £95.00 - £100.00 per day (PAYE / Weekly Pay)

Contract: Full-Time / Long-Term

About the Role

Randstad Education is currently recruiting compassionate and experienced PMLD Learning Support Assistants to work with secondary schools and FE college provisions in Walthamstow and Romford. You will be supporting young people aged 11-19+ who have profound and multiple learning difficulties, complex medical needs, sensory impairments, and physical disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive 1:1 and small group support in classroom, sensory, and hydrotherapy environments.
• Deliver comprehensive personal care (including hygiene, changing, feeding/PEG feeding support, and hoist/moving and handling).
• Implement sensory integration strategies and assist with communication tools (AAC, PECS, Makaton).
• Support students in achieving their individual EHCP targets and independent living skills.

Requirements

• Essential: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service covering BOTH Child & Adult Workforce, or a firm commitment to apply for one immediately.
• Experience supporting PMLD, complex health needs, or severe physical disabilities in education or care settings.
• Comfortable and confident carrying out routine personal care and physical support.
• Right to work in the UK.

Why Join Randstad Education?

• Daily rate: £95.00 - £100.00 per day.
• Local placements in Walthamstow and Romford with excellent transport connections.
• Access to specialized training and continuous professional development (CPD).