PMLD Support Assistant - September 2025

Posted 12 June 2025
Salary £95 - £115 per day
LocationGreenwich
Job type Temporary
Discipline Secondary Education
Reference45646_1749741591

Job description

PMLD Support Assistant - SEN School - Greenwich

Location: Greenwich, South East London
Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (Term-Time Only)
Salary: £95 - £115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Agency: Remedy Recruitment Group


Are you a patient, compassionate, and dedicated support worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs?

Remedy Education is working with a specialist SEN school in Greenwich that is seeking a committed and enthusiastic PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties) Support Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a full-time, term-time position offering rewarding and meaningful work with students who require high levels of care and tailored learning support.


About the Role:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with PMLD

  • Assist with personal care, mobility, and feeding (including hoisting and manual handling)

  • Support communication using alternative methods such as PECS, Makaton, or communication aids

  • Work closely with class teachers, therapists, and other support staff to deliver EHCP targets

  • Promote a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for pupils with complex physical and learning needs


What We're Looking For:

  • Experience working with children or young people with PMLD or complex SEN

  • Comfortable providing personal care and using moving & handling techniques

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to supporting vulnerable students

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

  • Relevant training (e.g. Manual Handling, Safeguarding, Team Teach) is desirable but not essential


What Remedy Offers:

  • Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

  • Ongoing support and CPD opportunities

  • A long-term role within a specialist SEN school setting

  • A dedicated consultant to guide you through the process

  • Opportunities to make a real and lasting difference in students' lives


How to Apply:

If you're ready to support students with PMLD in a meaningful and rewarding role, contact Scott Arbuckle at Remedy Education today:

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