PMLD Teaching Assistant

CER; St Albans; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Registration Bonus £300

Refer-a-Friend Bonus £250

DBS reimbursement

CPD & SEND training

Education consultant support

Exclusive vacancies

Long-term career opportunities

Ongoing placement support

Job summary

CER Education are recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in St Albans. This rewarding full-time role offers the opportunity to support children and young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), complex needs, sensory impairments and physical disabilities.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver learning activities, support communication using Makaton or PECS, assist with personal

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with SEND, PMLD, complex needs, autism or physical disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Experience with personal care and moving and handling.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with PMLD and complex needs.
• Assisting students with daily learning activities and sensory-based educational programmes.
• Supporting communication through methods such as Makaton, PECS and other alternative communication strategies.
• Assisting with personal care, feeding and mobility needs where required.
• Supporting students during therapy sessions and sensory activities.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social interaction.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, healthcare professionals and families.
• Monitoring and recording progress against individual learning targets.
• Creating a safe, positive and engaging learning environment for all pupils.
• Promoting positive behaviour and supporting students' emotional wellbeing.
• Supporting students with physical needs and ensuring they can access learning in a safe and meaningful way.

Skills

SEND experience

PMLD experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Job description

Are You Passionate About Supporting Children with Complex Needs?

CER Education are recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in St Albans. This rewarding full-time role offers the opportunity to support children and young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), complex needs, sensory impairments and physical disabilities.

If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Care Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker or have experience working with individuals with additional needs, this could be the perfect opportunity to develop your career while making a genuine difference every day.

About the School

This welcoming and nurturing specialist setting is committed to ensuring every pupil receives the support, care and personalised education they deserve.

The school offers:

• A highly supportive and inclusive environment.
• Outstanding facilities designed to support pupils with complex needs.
• A collaborative team of teachers, therapists and support staff.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• A pupil-centred approach focused on communication, independence and personal achievement.
• A warm and welcoming atmosphere where staff are encouraged to grow and develop professionally.

The school prides itself on celebrating every success and providing learners with the tools they need to reach their full potential.

The Role

As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will provide vital support to pupils with a range of profound and multiple learning disabilities, helping them participate in learning activities and achieve meaningful outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with PMLD and complex needs.
• Assisting students with daily learning activities and sensory-based educational programmes.
• Supporting communication through methods such as Makaton, PECS and other alternative communication strategies.
• Assisting with personal care, feeding and mobility needs where required.
• Supporting students during therapy sessions and sensory activities.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social interaction.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, healthcare professionals and families.
• Monitoring and recording progress against individual learning targets.
• Creating a safe, positive and engaging learning environment for all pupils.
• Promoting positive behaviour and supporting students' emotional wellbeing.
• Supporting students with physical needs and ensuring they can access learning in a safe and meaningful way.

What We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from candidates who are:

• Passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Patient, caring and empathetic.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Flexible, resilient and proactive in their approach.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Dedicated to helping every child achieve their individual potential.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or adults with SEND, PMLD, complex needs, autism, learning disabilities or physical disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to supporting pupils' educational, social and emotional development.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within a specialist school, SEND provision, care setting or healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of PMLD, sensory needs and complex learning difficulties.
• Experience with personal care and moving and handling.
• Understanding of Makaton, PECS or alternative communication systems.
• Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant care/support qualification.

Why Work With CER Education?

At CER Education, we value our staff and invest in their development.

Benefits Include:

Competitive daily rates of pay (£100-£130 per day)

Fully funded CPD and specialist SEND training

Dedicated education consultant with local market expertise

£300 Registration Bonus (available after 30 days when joining from another agency)

£250 Refer-a-Friend Bonus

DBS reimbursement after completing 10 days of work

Access to exclusive vacancies within partnered schools and Multi Academy Trusts

Long-term and permanent career opportunities

Ongoing support throughout your placement

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