PMLD Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting a compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a supportive special school in South East London on a full-time, long-term basis. The role supports students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance, personal care where needed, and collaboration with teachers, therapists and school staff.

Ideal candidates will have SEN experience, a calm and patient approach, strong teamwork, and a passion for helping children with

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN students.
• Understanding of PMLD and complex needs.
• Willingness to support personal care.
• Calm, compassionate, patient approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with PMLD and complex needs.
• Support students with learning, development and daily activities.
• Assist with personal care, including toileting and feeding where required.
• Support students with communication and sensory needs.
• Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other members of the school team.
• Build strong, trusting and supportive relationships with students.

Skills

SEN support

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

PMLD Teaching Assistant - Special School

Location: South East London

Job Type: Full-time | Long-term | Term-time

Agency: GSL Education

GSL Education is currently recruiting a compassionate and dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a supportive special school on a full-time, long-term basis.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or Support Worker with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and other complex needs.

The Role

As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who have a range of complex and additional needs, supporting them both in and out of the classroom. You will play an important role in helping students access learning, develop communication skills and participate in activities tailored to their individual needs.

You will be expected to:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with PMLD and complex needs
• Support students with their learning, development and daily activities
• Assist with personal care, including toileting and feeding where required
• Support students with communication and sensory needs
• Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other members of the school team
• Build strong, trusting and supportive relationships with students

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Previous experience working with SEN students
• An understanding of PMLD and complex needs
• A willingness to support students with personal care
• A compassionate, patient and caring approach
• The ability to remain calm and adaptable in different situations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for working within a special school environment
• Availability to work full-time

Previous experience supporting students with complex medical needs, physical disabilities, sensory needs or non-verbal communication would be highly beneficial.

Why Work Through GSL Education?

GSL Education is committed to supporting our candidates and helping them find rewarding roles within education. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated special school team and make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with complex needs.