PMLD Teaching Assistant

Remedy Education; London Borough of Lewisham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is recruiting a dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist team in Lewisham. You will support pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities, delivering highly individualised care and education under guidance from teachers and therapists.

The role involves personal care, using Makaton/PECS and varied communication methods, implementing IEPs, and working closely with families and external agencies to promote safeguarding and positive learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young adults with complex needs (desirable but not essential)
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Willingness to undertake relevant training, including manual handling and medical protocols

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with PMLD in both group and 1:1 settings
• Assist with personal care including feeding, and moving & handling (training provided)
• Use a range of communication methods including Makaton, PECS, and sensory approaches
• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and contribute to their review
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment
• Work collaboratively with families and outside agencies

Job description

PMLD Teaching Assistant

Location: Lewisham

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). This is a deeply rewarding role where you'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to provide highly individualised care and education to students with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with PMLD in both group and 1:1 settings
• Assist with personal care including feeding, and moving & handling (training provided)
• Use a range of communication methods including Makaton, PECS, and sensory approaches
• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and contribute to their review
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment
• Work collaboratively with families and outside agencies

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young adults with complex needs (desirable but not essential)
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Willingness to undertake relevant training, including manual handling and medical protocols

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required