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Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Location: Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time, Mon to Fri (8:30am to 15:30pm)
Salary: £12.80 to £13.80 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Start Date: September 24!
Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Location: Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time, Mon to Fri (8:30am to 15:30pm)
Salary: £12.80 to £13.80 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Start Date: September 24!
About the Role:
Heart Teaching is seeking a dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our team, specifically supporting students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). This role is ideal for someone who is committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for students with complex needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the teaching staff, therapists, and other professionals to support the holistic development and educational progress of our students.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the implementation of Individualized Education Health Care Plans (IEHCPs) for students with PMLD.
Provide personal care and support for students with physical disabilities, ensuring their safety, well-being, and dignity at all times.
Support students with communication difficulties through the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems such as visual aids, symbols, and technology.
Adapt and modify teaching materials to meet the diverse learning needs of students with PMLD.
Assist students with daily living skills, including meal times, personal care, and mobility.
Promote independence and social integration, facilitating interactions and peer relationships among students.
Monitor and record student progress, behaviors, and achievements, providing regular feedback to teaching staff.
Collaborate with therapists and healthcare professionals to implement specialized interventions and therapy programs.
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment, addressing any behavioral or safeguarding concerns promptly.
What We’re Looking For:
️ Previous experience working with individuals with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) is desirable.
️ Understanding of teaching strategies and interventions for individuals with complex learning needs.
️ Patience, empathy, and the ability to build rapport and trust with students.
️ Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
️ Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
️ Ability to work effectively under the guidance of teaching staff and other professionals.
️ A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Requirements:
Previous experience working with individuals with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) is highly desirable.
Ability to assist in implementing and adapting Individualized Education Health Care Plans (IEHCPs).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support students effectively.
️ Ability to work effectively under guidance from teaching staff and healthcare professionals.
Right to Work in the UK.
Ability to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
️ Willingness to complete our Vigurs vetting process to comply with safeguarding and recruitment standards.
What Heart Teaching Can Offer You:
Competitive pay rates (£12.80 - £13.80 per hour)
FREE ongoing training and continued professional development (CPD) to enhance your skills and career progression
£250 refer-a-friend scheme
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Why Join Heart Teaching?
At Heart Teaching, we prioritize the safety and well-being of all children. We conduct rigorous safeguarding checks, offer ongoing training, and maintain high standards to ensure a secure learning environment for both students and staff.
️ Important Information:
* It is strictly prohibited to apply for roles involving regulated activity with children if you are barred from such activity. This is a serious offense and can have legal consequences.
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