About the role
SEN Teaching Assistant – PMLD Specialist Class
Coventry | Full Time | Long-Term | September Start
Vision for Education are recruiting for a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Coventry, supporting students within a PMLD specialist class group.
This role involves supporting students with profound and multiple learning difficulties, complex physical needs and sensory needs within a highly supportive and nurturing environment.
The school is currently undergoing rapid expansion and is looking for compassionate staff who want to be part of the school’s long-term journey and development.
About the Class Group
The “Discoverers” class supports students who:
• Have profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)
• May have complex medical, sensory and physical needs
• Require high levels of support throughout the school day
• Communicate through subtle facial expressions, sounds or movements
• Learn through sensory experiences involving touch, sound and light
Students are highly dependent on staff for both learning and personal care support.
The Role
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will:
• Support students with all aspects of daily care and learning
• Provide personal care, including feeding, toileting and hygiene support
• Assist with sensory-based learning activities
• Build trusting and consistent relationships with students
• Support communication and engagement throughout the day
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and medical professionals
This is a highly rewarding role suited to individuals who are nurturing, patient and comfortable providing hands-on support.
Who We’re Looking For
The school welcomes applicants from backgrounds such as:
• Care and support work
• Healthcare assistant roles
• SEN support
• Residential care
• Health and social care graduates
The ideal candidate will have:
• A caring and compassionate approach
• Confidence supporting individuals with complex needs
• Patience, resilience and consistency
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Passion for making a positive impact on young people’s lives
Previous experience with personal care or complex needs is beneficial but not essential.
Why Join This School?
• Opportunity to join a growing and expanding SEN school
• Supportive and experienced staff team
• Excellent opportunities for progression and development
• Rewarding role making a real difference every day
What Vision for Education Offer
• Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
• FREE training and CPD
• Dedicated consultant support
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
If you are passionate about supporting students with profound and complex needs and are looking for a rewarding long-term role, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to secure your opportunity.
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