About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant to join our team at a specialist school in Wavertree area of Liverpool. This role involves providing essential support to children with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) and visually impaired, focusing on both educational engagement and personal care. The successful candidate will work closely with students who have complex medical and physical needs, supporting their development in a safe, respectful, and encouraging environment.
The school is a independent school in L15 ,and you will be supporting children who are visually impaired and PMLD, the school facilities are outstanding with a Hydro pool, sensory room, soft play area, cooking rooms, outdoor area for learning
Hours: Mon- Thur = 8.30am - 4.00pm and Fridays finish at 1.30pm, If you are looking for part-time/flexible hours or long term, we have a lot of supply opportunities in this school
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with PMLD, adapting activities to their individual needs.
- Assist with personal care tasks, including toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance.
- Implement individualized learning plans in collaboration with teachers, SENDCO, and other support staff.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment that promotes engagement and independence.
Requirements
- Experience working with students with PMLD or similar complex needs.
- Must have a level 2 Qualification
- A patient, empathetic approach with a commitment to the dignity and respect of all students.
- Relevant qualifications in teaching assistance or SEN support (Level 2/3 is desirable).
- Team Teach, Manual Handling, or Moving and Handling training is advantageous but you will be trained
Benefits
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- A supportive, collaborative team environment.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students with complex needs.
The Milk Difference:
We are an environmentally-friendly education supply agency providing quality talent to local schools across London. Milk Education brings a fresh approach with traditional values to the Education Recruitment Sector.
- Excellent rates of pay
- Direct links to local schools
- Free lesson plans
- Training support sessions
- Video technology that will increase your chances of long term placements
- Dedicated consultants who will cater to your employment needs with 24/7 availability
- Commitment to quality and safeguarding
- 24/7 support for interview and lesson observation preparation