PMLD Teaching Assistant (2:1 Support) – Islington Position: PMLD Teaching Assistant Location: Islington, London Type: Full-time, Term-time Support Ratio: 2:1 Start Date: Immediate Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with PMLD? Do you have the skills, patience, and dedication to support a child with complex needs? We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team in Islington, working on a 2:1 support basis with a student who requires high-level care and tailored support throughout the school day. Key Responsibilities: -Direct 2:1 Support: Work closely with a second TA to deliver consistent and reliable support for a child with PMLD, ensuring their physical, emotional, and learning needs are met at all times. -Personal Care Assistance: Provide sensitive, dignified support with personal care tasks, including feeding, toileting, and mobility assistance, as needed. -Learning Support: Collaborate with teachers to adapt educational materials and activities to support the child’s unique learning needs in line with their EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan). -Medical Assistance: Manage any medical or therapeutic requirements the student may have, which could include administering medication, handling mobility aids, or following medical guidelines, in coordination with school staff and healthcare professionals. -Behavioural and Emotional Support: Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment by managing challenging behaviour with patience and positivity, using strategies suited to the child’s individual needs. Essential Requirements: Experience in SEND Settings: Demonstrated experience working with children with profound and multiple learning disabilities or other complex needs in a school or specialist setting. Knowledge of PMLD Support Needs: An in-depth understanding of PMLD and the ability to respond to the sensory, physical, and cognitive needs of students with severe learning disabilities. Training in Personal Care and Health Needs: Confidence and competency in handling personal care tasks, with relevant training in paediatric first aid and familiarity with medical equipment (e.g., feeding tubes) being highly desirable. Patience, Empathy, and Adaptability: An empathetic approach to working with children with complex needs, as well as the flexibility to respond to varied daily requirements and adjust strategies accordingly. Desirable Skills: Communication Techniques: Proficiency in alternative communication methods, such as Makaton or PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), would be advantageous. Relevant Certifications: Training or qualifications in SEND, ASD awareness, or sensory integration would strengthen your application. Benefits: Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the life of a child with complex needs Supportive team environment with ongoing professional development Competitive salary and potential for career progression within a specialist setting If you are ready to bring your experience, dedication, and enthusiasm to a rewarding role, we would love to hear <br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061 and click on the apply button.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;150 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jessica Flowerdew&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061</strong></strong>