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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD)?
Do you have a caring nature, patience and are fully committed to supporting children with diverse and complex needs?
Ribbons & Reeves are inviting applications from Special Needs Teaching Assistants who are excited to join a specialist school for children and young people with PMLD. The school provides a nurturing environment where every pupil is valued, encouraged, and supported to reach their fullest potential.
Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with PMLD, helping them engage with tailored learning activities.
- Assist with personal care routines, including feeding, toileting, and mobility, ensuring pupils’ dignity and well-being at all times.
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to implement individual education plans (IEPs) and care plans.
- Use communication aids and sensory resources to facilitate engagement and learning.
- Support the physical, social, and emotional development of pupils in line with the school's ethos.
- Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel safe, happy, and motivated to learn.
- Support with rebound therapy and hydrotherapy sessions
- Previous experience working with children or adults with PMLD, SEND, or complex needs is highly desirable.
- A caring, empathetic, and patient approach, with the ability to be resilient and remain calm under pressure.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes nurses, physiotherapists and SALTs.
- Basic knowledge of alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECS) is an advantage but not essential.
- Willingness to assist with personal care and medical needs as required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
If this Special Needs Teaching Assistant is the rewarding role you have been looking for, contact Matt Burgum at Ribbons & Reeves today. Click ‘apply’ to be considered for this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role.
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role in Sutton. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role.
Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Sutton
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