PMLD TA: Compassionate 1:1 & Sensory Support

Remedy Education; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education in Greenwich is seeking a compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school. You will support pupils with PMLD across primary or secondary phases, promoting communication, independence and wellbeing.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver personalised 1:1 and small-group support, including sensory-based activities and therapy-led sessions. Full training provided for personal care and mobility needs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs (PMLD, SLD, physical disabilities or medical needs)
• Confident supporting personal care and mobility needs
• A patient, nurturing approach with strong resilience
• Willingness to learn specialist communication and sensory techniques
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for vulnerable pupils

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with PMLD and complex medical or physical needs
• Assist with the facilitation of sensory-based learning and therapy-led activities
• Support with personal care, feeding, moving & handling (full training provided)
• Use communication tools such as PECs, Eye Gaze, and symbol-based systems where required
• Help to maintain a calm, positive environment that promotes pupil engagement and emotional regulation
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and medical teams to deliver holistic support

Job description

Remedy Education in Greenwich is seeking a compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school. You will support pupils with PMLD across primary or secondary phases, promoting communication, independence and wellbeing.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver personalised 1:1 and small-group support, including sensory-based activities and therapy-led sessions. Full training provided for personal care and mobility needs.