Learning Support Assistant

PMLD / Complex Needs Support

Full-Time, Long term

Lambeth, South East London

ASAP Start

Summary

Remedy Education are currently recruiting an energetic, fully committed and experienced Learning Support Assistants to support students with PMLD (Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties) for a special school in Lambeth, South East London.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience of supporting students with special educational needs, particularly with PMLD and complex needs. We welcome candidates with care worker background as well as recent graduates who are looking to build their experience working with SEN pupils. We also welcome candidates who never worked in school settings but has transferable skills supporting students with special educational needs.

Main Duties

You will be supporting students with Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and complex needs. Many of the students will communicate non-verbally, so being able to use Makaton or PECs will be ideal. You will be required to support with personal care (feeding and toileting). You will also assess individual learning needs and work on a group basis.

Requirements

Recent experience and a genuine passion for working with SEN pupils are essential. All applicants will need to hold a current enhanced DBS and be fully compliant to work in the UK.

About Remedy Education

Remedy Education is an education recruitment company with many opportunities for SEN Teaching Assistants / SEN TAs to work on a day-to-day basis or for those looking for long-term or permanent positions. This role will enable you to work in a variety of your local SEN and mainstream schools so you can expect short journey times and the opportunity to build rapport and strong working relationships. Remedy Education are working with a cluster of SEN and mainstream schools in London who require staff for immediate start.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive daily rates. A designated consultant to guide you through the entire employment process, from applying to preparing for the interview and settling into your new role. Remedy Education pay in line with AWR, entitling you to the full benefits of a permanent employee.