Teaching Assistant - PMLD School
Location: Trowbridge
Full-time | Must be able to travel to locationAre you a compassionate and dedicated individual passionate about supporting children with complex needs? Five Education is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist PMLD school, working with students who require a high level of care and support throughout the school day.The School
This is a welcoming and well-resourced special school for students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). Pupils are supported in small classes, with a high adult-to-child ratio, and benefit from a multi-sensory approach to learning. The school promotes independence, dignity, and a holistic view of learning in a warm and collaborative setting.The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support students across the school day, both in and out of the classroom. This includes helping with classroom activities, physical and communication support, and providing personal care when needed. You'll be working closely with teaching staff and therapists to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive and enjoy learning in a safe and nurturing environment.Main Responsibilities
Support students during lessons and daily routines
Provide personal care, including feeding, toileting, and changing
Assist with mobility and use of specialist equipment
Help deliver sensory-based and interactive learning activities
Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists
Promote independence and emotional well-beingEssential Criteria
Experience supporting students with complex needs (PMLD/SLD) or working in a care setting
Comfortable providing personal care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Calm, patient, and empathetic approach
Ability to use initiative and remain composed in challenging situationsDesirable Criteria
Manual Handling or Moving & Handling training
Team Teach or equivalent behaviour training
Teaching Assistant qualification or Health & Social Care backgroundWhat can Five Education offer you?
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Free specialist training (Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, etc.)
Recommend a friend bonus scheme
Refunded DBS cost after working 20 days
Guaranteed work scheme for stability and peace of mind
Specialist support and mentoring throughout your placementFive Education operates a PAYE payroll - the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin charges or employer's NI. We are proud to be an accredited Living Wage employer. Please note: pay rate is illustrative and includes holiday pay.Vetting:
Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo checks including reference and TRA checks. If you do not have a non-voluntary enhanced DBS on the update service, a new DBS will need to be processed at a cost of £62.70, refunded after 20 days of work and once registered to the update service.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, who are currently under-represented at this level.Ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of incredible young people? Apply today!TPBN1_UKTJ