PMLD Teaching Assistant
Location: Wem
Salary: £84-£95
Are you passionate about supporting students with profound and multiple learning disabilities?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team at a school in Wem. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs, helping them achieve their potential and promoting their well-being in a nurturing educational environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support Learning: Assist students with profound and multiple learning disabilities to access the curriculum and engage in educational activities.
* Personal Care: Provide assistance with basic care needs such as feeding, dressing, toileting, and mobility, ensuring the safety and dignity of all students.
* Promote Independence: Encourage students to develop independence and life skills, offering support in a variety of daily tasks and activities.
* Emotional and Behavioural Support: Provide emotional support, helping students feel secure and confident in their learning environment.
* Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and external professionals to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and ensure a holistic approach to support.
* Monitoring Progress: Observe and document students' progress, providing regular feedback to the teaching team and contributing to reports on student achievements.
Essential Skills & Qualities:
* Empathy and Patience: A caring and understanding approach to supporting students with complex needs.
* Excellent Communication: Ability to use alternative communication methods such as Makaton, PECS, or communication boards to support students in expressing themselves.
* Physical Stamina: Ability to assist students with mobility and personal care tasks as required.
* Team Player: Collaborative attitude and ability to work well with colleagues, teachers, and external professionals.
* Adaptability: Flexibility to meet the varying needs of students and adjust support strategies as necessary.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above).
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent) is desirable.
* Previous experience working with students with special educational needs, particularly those with profound and multiple learning disabilities, is an advantage.
Protocol Education can offer you:
* Weekly pay which is paid through PAYE (no hidden umbrella costs).
* A team and professional and experienced consultants to guide you.
* Refer a friend bonus scheme.
* Access to over 50 online courses – available to Diploma and Certificate level.
* Representing and trusted by more than 4000 clients across the UK – being a preferred supplier to schools.
Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK.
If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this PMLD Teaching Assistant role – please apply now. Or if you wish to discuss this role, please contact Alanna on 01902 313820 or email alanna.scarle@protocol-education.com
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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