Specialist Teaching Assistant

PMLD Teaching Assistant

• Are you kind-spirited, and take reward in being able to help vulnerable individuals?
• Do you have experience working with pupils that have Profound Multiple Learning Disabilities?
• Hold a minimum of a Level 2 Education or Health & Social Care qualification?
• Will you be able to assist wheelchair users when needed?

If you've answered yes to these questions, then this role may be for you!

The position is within a special educational school based in Swansea and will be highly challenging but will offer you great job satisfaction and sense of achievement.

What will the role involve?

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with PMLD
• Support students with their physical and personal care needs
• Promote positive behaviour and ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Build positive relationships with students, parents and carers, and other members of staff
• Assist with preparation and delivery of lessons including therapeutic activities, under the guidance of the class teacher

The ideal candidate will have two or more of the following:

• Hold a valid driving licence with access to own vehicle (Essential)
• Minimum of a Level 2 Education or Health & Social Care qualification (Essential)
• A good understanding about profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) needs
• Understanding of different teaching strategies and interventions for individuals with complex learning needs.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of each individual student
• Be warm, kind and caring
• The ability to remain calm when faced with pressured situations
• Ability to work as part of team

The following qualifications or knowledge of the following will be highly desirable, but not essential:

• Picture Exchange Communication (PECS)
• Makaton or BSL (to any level)
• Autism Awareness/ASC Training
• Team Teach / MAPA
• Buccal midazolam training
• Hydrotherapy and physio training
• Rebound therapy
• Peg & Tube Feeding

Due to the nature of this role and enhanced DBS check will take place prior to employment.

Teaching Personnel are proud to be a teacher led employment agency, with vast experience in placing candidates in their ideal job role. If you have relevant skills and experience and are keen to find out more, then please click the apply button. Alternatively, you can call Sasha on the number below or send a copy of your CV through.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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