SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Milk Academy training

Wellbeing resources

Dedicated consultant support

Access to specialist SEND settings

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking patient, caring and resilient SEND/PMLD Teaching Assistants to work across specialist schools and SEND settings in the L15 area of Liverpool. The role focuses on supporting pupils with profound and multiple needs, helping them access learning and build independence with tailored plans.

Ideal candidates will have experience with PMLD, complex disabilities and related training. Milk Education offers fast-track registration, Milk Academy training, wellbeing resources and

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with severe SEND, PMLD or complex needs.
• Experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with high levels of individual need.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with profound and complex needs.
• Supporting pupils with communication, sensory activities, learning and personal development.
• Assisting with personal care and mobility per individual plans.
• Supporting pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical or care needs.
• Following individual education, communication and care plans.
• Working with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and wider support teams.
• Creating a safe, calm and inclusive environment tailored to each pupil.

Skills

Patient and resilient

Strong communication

Teamwork

Experience with SEND

Education

Moving & Handling training

Hoist training

First Aid training

Makaton/PECS or other communication-support training

Job description

SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistant - L15 area

Location: North Liverpool
Salary: £110.00-£115 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
Start Date: ASAP

Milk Education is looking for patient, caring and resilient Severe SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistants to work across specialist schools and SEND settings in L15 area of Liverpool . The school supports primary aged children all complex needs and providing a indoor/outdoor learning including activity based learning

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), complex physical disabilities and significant additional needs. This is an opportunity to support pupils with a range of individual needs, helping them access learning, develop communication and build independence wherever possible.

The Role

As a SEND / PMLD Teaching Assistant, you may be responsible for:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with profound and complex needs.


• Supporting pupils with communication, sensory activities, learning and personal development.


• Assisting with personal care and mobility where required and in line with individual support plans.


• Supporting pupils with physical disabilities and complex medical or care needs.


• Following individual education, communication and care plans.


• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists and wider support teams.


• Creating a safe, calm and inclusive environment tailored to each pupil.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with severe SEND, PMLD or complex needs.


• Experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker or in a similar role


• A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.


• Confidence supporting pupils with high levels of individual need.

The following qualifications and experience would be desirable but are not essential as training will be provided :

• Moving & Handling training.


• Hoist training and experience.


• Personal care experience.


• Makaton, PECS or other communication-support experience.


• First Aid or relevant medical needs training.


• Experience supporting wheelchair users or pupils with physical disabilities.


• Relevant SEND, health and social care qualifications.

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Competitive daily rates of £110.00 -£115.


• Full-time, part-time, temporary and long-term opportunities.


• Access to specialist SEND settings across Oldham.


• Fast-track registration and compliance support.


• Access to Milk Academy training and development.


• Wellbeing resources and dedicated consultant support.


• A nationwide network of education opportunities.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting high standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.