SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is seeking a caring PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEN school in Lewisham. You will support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities, assisting with learning, communication, and daily personal care needs throughout the school day.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access activities, mobility support, and contributing to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN or care is desirable.
• Comfortable providing personal care.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with PMLD and complex needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group classroom support.
• Assist pupils with communication, sensory activities and learning.
• Support pupils with mobility and physical needs.
• Provide personal care, including toileting and changing where required.
• Support feeding and daily routines where appropriate.
• Follow individual support plans and guidance from teachers and therapists.
• Help maintain a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

PMLD/SEN care experience

Job description

We are looking for a caring and reliable PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEN school in Lewisham.

You will be supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) and complex needs, helping them access learning while providing appropriate physical and personal care support throughout the school day.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with PMLD and complex additional needs
• Providing 1:1 and small-group classroom support
• Assisting pupils with communication, sensory activities and learning
• Supporting pupils with mobility and physical needs
• Providing personal care, including toileting and changing where required
• Supporting feeding and daily routines where appropriate
• Following individual support plans and guidance from teachers and therapists
• Helping maintain a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

• Comfortable and confident providing personal care
• Previous PMLD, SEN, care or support work experience is highly desirable
• Patient, compassionate and resilient
• Comfortable supporting pupils with complex physical and learning needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and committed to a full-time position

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with SEN or care experience who is passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs.