Job Description

Job Alert: PMLD Learning Support Assistant - Forest Gate

We are currently recruiting a PMLD Learning Support Assistant to join our partnered Specialist School based in Forest Gate. This is a Full time, Long term role working Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, term time only, with excellent opportunities for career progression within a supportive and established team.

We are seeking candidates with proven experience supporting PMLD students on a 1:1 basis. Hoist, moving and handling experience is highly desirable. Please be aware that personal care is a core requirement of this position. Previous SEN experience is essential for this Learning Support Assistant role within our Specialist School in Forest Gate.

Daily duties of a PMLD Learning Support Assistant include:

Providing 1:1 support for pupils with PMLD, ensuring safety, engagement, and well-being Assisting with personal care, including changing, feeding, and hygiene routines Using hoists and following moving and handling procedures when supporting PMLD learners Facilitating communication using specialist methods and tools Supporting pupils in sensory activities, therapy sessions, and structured learning opportunities Monitoring student progress and communicating updates with the class teacher Ensuring a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment within the Specialist School Supporting behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement throughout the school day Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and wider staff to provide consistent Long term support Assisting with classroom preparation, resources, and adaptations for individual PMLD needs
This Full time, Long term opportunity is ideal for a committed Learning Support Assistant seeking to continue their career within a Specialist School environment in Forest Gate, working closely with PMLD students and contributing to their educational and personal development.

If you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant with strong PMLD and SEN experience, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 90.00-105.00 per day

Work Location: In person