PMLD Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading rates of pay

Dedicated team of consultants 24/7

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is recruiting for a PMLD Teaching Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties in a specialist SEND school in London. You will assist with personal care, mobility, and daily routines while encouraging independence and communication.

The role requires resilience, reliability and a proactive, hands-on approach within a busy, physically active classroom. London location, immediate start, full-time long-term contract with competitive daily pay.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD, SLD or complex SEND needs.
• Comfortable providing personal care, including toileting and feeding.
• Experience supporting pupils with physical disabilities and mobility needs.
• Familiar with moving and handling procedures and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with PMLD, SLD or complex SEND needs throughout the school day.
• Provide personal care and assist with daily routines.
• Assist with moving and handling as trained and required.
• Support active learning through sensory activities and practical tasks.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff.
• Maintain safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at the forefront.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safeguarding

Reliability

Job description

PMLD Teaching Assistant – SEND School

Job Title: Teaching Assistant – PMLD

Location: London

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £95 – £115 per day

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term

Are you a confident, resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)?

Do you thrive in a hands-on environment where teamwork, physical activity and practical support are essential to helping pupils achieve their potential?

Are you comfortable supporting pupils with complex physical needs, personal care and mobility requirements?

TeacherActive are proud to be recruiting for an experienced PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in London.

We are looking for a confident, energetic and dependable individual who can provide consistent support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties, complex medical needs and physical disabilities.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys taking an active role in the school day, building positive relationships with pupils and supporting their independence, communication and personal development.

The successful Teaching Assistant will:

• Have previous experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, SLD or complex SEND needs.
• Be confident providing personal care, including toileting, feeding and supporting pupils with their daily routines.
• Have experience supporting pupils with physical disabilities and mobility needs.
• Be comfortable assisting with moving and handling procedures, following appropriate training and individual care plans.
• Demonstrate a calm, firm and consistent approach when supporting pupils with behaviours that challenge.
• Be physically active and enthusiastic about participating in sensory activities, outdoor learning, PE and practical classroom tasks.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils who require consistent adult support.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff.
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working within a specialist SEND school or similar setting.
• Knowledge of PMLD, sensory processing needs and non-verbal communication.
• A proactive, practical and hands-on approach to supporting pupils.
• Confidence working within a busy and physically active classroom environment.
• Excellent teamwork, reliability and communication skills.
• A genuine passion for making a difference to young people with complex needs.

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (terms and conditions apply).
• CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel.
• Market-leading rates of pay.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply).

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

Equal Opportunities Statement: TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance: Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.