Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant – PMLD (Primary & Secondary) (Full-Time) Location: Greenford & Northolt, Ealing Start Date: May 2026 Contract: Full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm) Pay Rate: Competitive SEND Teaching Assistant – PMLD Axcis Education is working in partnership with a well-established SEND school in Ealing to recruit a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). The school operates across both a primary site (Greenford) and a secondary site (Northolt), supporting pupils aged 4–19. Staff may be based at one site or required to work across both, depending on needs. This is a full-time role starting in May 2026. The Role You will be supporting pupils with complex medical, physical, and learning needs in a structured and nurturing environment. This role requires a confident and compassionate individual who is experienced in both educational support and high-level personal care. Experience with hoisting/manual handling and feeding support (including PEG feeding or willingness to be trained) is essential. Key Responsibilities -Provide 1:1 and group support for pupils with PMLD and complex needs -Deliver personal care, including toileting, hygiene, and physical support -Support feeding routines, including PEG feeding where required -Safely use hoisting and manual handling equipment in line with care plans -Assist with sensory and personalised learning activities -Use communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, and non-verbal strategies -Work closely with teachers, therapists, and medical professionals -Monitor and record pupil progress, wellbeing, and care needs -Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment Requirements -Experience supporting children or young people with PMLD or complex SEND -Hoisting/manual handling experience – essential -Experience delivering personal care and supporting feeding routines -PEG feeding experience (or willingness to be trained) highly desirable -Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or alternative communication methods -Patient, resilient, and compassionate approach -Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service -Ability to commit to full-time hours from May 2026 About the School This is a highly regarded SEND school in Ealing with both primary and secondary provisions across Greenford and Northolt. -Specialist facilities including sensory rooms, hydrotherapy pool, and medical suites -Strong multidisciplinary team and supportive leadership -Focus on independence, communication, and life skills -Inclusive, student-centred approach to learning and care This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team making a meaningful difference to pupils with complex needs. INDLON
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