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About this job
PMLD SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Sutton, South LondonStart Date: ASAPContract: Full-time, term-time onlySetting: Specialist SEN School
Are you a caring, patient and compassionate individual who wants to make a positive difference to children and young people with complex needs?
We are looking for a dedicated PMLD SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Sutton. The school supports pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties, autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments and complex health needs.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping pupils access meaningful learning experiences, develop communication skills and build independence at their own pace.
The Role
As a PMLD SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide personalised support throughout the school day.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing one-to-one and small-group support tailored to pupils' individual needs.
Supporting sensory activities and practical, hands-on learning experiences.
Encouraging communication through gestures, objects of reference, visual resources and communication aids.
Assisting pupils with personal care, hygiene and toileting where required.
Supporting safe mobility and positioning in line with training and individual guidance.
Helping pupils participate in classroom activities and develop daily living skills.
Following individual education, care and healthcare plans.
Observing pupils' responses and sharing relevant information with the wider team.
Promoting pupils' dignity, comfort, safety and emotional wellbeing.
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and fellow support staff.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be:
Patient, nurturing and attentive to individual needs.
Comfortable supporting pupils with complex physical and learning disabilities.
Willing to assist with personal care where required.
Able to follow guidance and maintain a consistent approach.
A strong team player with good communication skills.
Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Previous experience in a PMLD, SEN, care or support setting is desirable. Candidates with transferable experience and a genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs are also encouraged to apply.
Essential Requirements
Enhanced DBS covering Children and Adults is essential.
A genuine commitment to supporting pupils with additional needs.
A responsible, caring and reliable approach.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
Availability for a full-time, term-time-only role.
Why Apply?
Make a meaningful difference to children's everyday experiences.
Gain valuable experience in a specialist SEN setting.
Work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team.
Develop your skills in communication, sensory learning and complex-needs support.
Apply Now
If you are compassionate, dependable and passionate about helping pupils with PMLD access learning and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today for an ASAP start in Sutton.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'