PMLD Teaching Assistant — Hands-On Support & Care

TeacherActive Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated 24/7 support

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD courses

Market-leading pay

Referral bonus

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in London seeks a confident PMLD Teaching Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties in a specialist SEND school. The role involves personal care, mobility support, and active participation in sensory activities and outdoor learning.

The ideal candidate will have experience in PMLD/SLD, a hands-on approach, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and teamwork. Immediate start for a full-time, long-term placement with competitive daily rates.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with PMLD, SLD or complex SEND needs.
• Confident providing personal care, including toileting and feeding.
• Experience supporting pupils with physical disabilities and mobility needs.
• Comfort with moving and handling procedures and individual care plans.
• Calm, firm approach when supporting behaviours that challenge.
• Physically active and able to participate in sensory activities and outdoor learning.
• Strong teamwork, reliability and communication skills.
• Genuine passion for helping young people with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with PMLD, SLD or complex SEND needs.
• Provide personal care and assist with daily routines.
• Assist with moving and handling procedures.
• Support behaviours that challenge in a calm, consistent manner.
• Engage in sensory activities, outdoor learning, PE and practical tasks.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and collaborate with teachers and therapists.
• Prioritise safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Skills

PMLD experience

Personal care

Mobility support

Teamwork

Communication

Safeguarding

Job description

TeacherActive Ltd in London seeks a confident PMLD Teaching Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties in a specialist SEND school. The role involves personal care, mobility support, and active participation in sensory activities and outdoor learning.

The ideal candidate will have experience in PMLD/SLD, a hands-on approach, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and teamwork. Immediate start for a full-time, long-term placement with competitive daily rates.