SEN Teaching Assistant - PMLD (Care & Support)

Connex Education Partnership; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist school in the Brierley Hill area, supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). The school provides education and support in a safe, structured and nurturing environment.

The successful candidates will deliver one-to-one and small-group support, assist with personal care, and help pupils develop communication, independence and social skills

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or adults with severe learning difficulties is essential.
• Must be comfortable providing personal care.
• A valid child and adult DBS, or willingness to obtain the required checks, is essential.
• A patient, compassionate and flexible approach.
• Experience in a care home, residential setting or specialist SEN school is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex SEN needs.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support in the classroom.
• Assisting with personal care, including toileting and other daily care needs.
• Supporting pupils with communication, learning and personal development.
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff to meet individual needs.
• Creating a safe, positive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

PMLD experience

Personal care support

Job description

Connex Education Partnership is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist school in the Brierley Hill area, supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). The school provides education and support in a safe, structured and nurturing environment.

The successful candidates will deliver one-to-one and small-group support, assist with personal care, and help pupils develop communication, independence and social skills