PMLD Teaching Assistant - St Helens
Are you a compassionate, patient and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting children with complex needs? We're seeking a PMLD Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and inspiring SEND team in St Helens.
The Role
As a PMLD Teaching Assistant, you will:
Support pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties in their academic, social and personal development.
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver individualised education and care plans.
Assist with communication aids, sensory activities, and physical care routines.
Create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment that promotes independence and wellbeing.
Use creativity and empathy to help each child reach their potential.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Experienced in working with children or young people with complex or medical needs (school or care background welcomed).
Nurturing, patient and resilient, with a calm and positive attitude.
Comfortable supporting personal care and mobility needs (training provided).
Passionate about helping children achieve, no matter their starting point.
What We Offer
A welcoming, dedicated staff team and supportive leadership.
Full training, including moving and handling, communication methods, and safeguarding.
Opportunities to develop within a specialist SEND setting.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England