At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with complex needs in a nurturing school environment.
- Company: A welcoming PMLD school dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, professional development, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Temporary role with potential for permanent position; safeguarding training included.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help students achieve their full potential every day.
- Qualifications: Experience with PMLD or SEND is preferred; training provided for personal care.
The predicted salary is between 30285 - 37015 £ per year.
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with complex additional needs to achieve their full potential? We are working with a fantastic PMLD school in Loughton that is looking to appoint a caring, dedicated, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join their supportive team from September.
This specialist school supports pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to develop their communication, independence, and life skills. The school delivers highly personalised learning programmes and works closely with therapists and families to ensure each pupil receives the support they need to thrive.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to provide high-quality, individualised support throughout the school day. You will assist pupils with their learning, communication, sensory activities, personal care, and mobility needs while helping to create a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, SEND, or complex additional needs
- Be patient, compassionate, and nurturing
- Be comfortable supporting pupils with personal care and moving and handling (training can be provided)
- Have a genuine passion for helping children achieve their individual goals
- Be able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and build positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a welcoming and highly supportive school where you can make a meaningful difference every day. The school is committed to providing excellent training and ongoing professional development to help staff build rewarding careers in specialist education.
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.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.
Learning Support Assistant - Pmld School employer: Protocol Education
Protocol Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the professional development of its staff. With flexible hours and comprehensive training opportunities, employees can grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties in Gateshead. The company values its team members, providing competitive pay and dedicated consultant support to ensure a rewarding and fulfilling work experience.
