Location: Islington, London Start Date: January 2024 Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD)? A dedicated and inclusive special school in Islington is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with students in small groups and on a one-to-one basis, providing the personalised support they need to thrive. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will support children with PMLD, focusing on their unique learning, communication, and care needs. You will work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to implement tailored learning programmes, ensuring each child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and supportive environment. This role requires a hands-on, compassionate approach, and experience in working with children who have complex learning and medical needs is essential. Additional training or qualifications (e.g., Makaton, PECS, manual handling, or sensory integration) would be an advantage. Key Responsibilities Provide one-to-one and small group support for children with PMLD, adapting to their individual needs. Assist with the implementation of tailored learning plans designed by teachers and therapists. Support students with personal care, mobility, and feeding needs, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times. Use specialised strategies and resources (e.g., sensory equipment) to engage students and foster their development. Promote communication skills through tools like Makaton or PECS (training will be provided if needed). Monitor and record progress, working closely with the wider team to ensure effective support. About You The ideal candidate will have: Experience working with children with PMLD in a school or similar setting – essential. A compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach. The ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff. A proactive attitude and willingness to learn, with additional training in areas such as Makaton, manual handling, or sensory integration as a bonus. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team in a well-regarded special school. By joining, you will benefit from: A chance to work closely with students and help shape their educational and personal development. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. A welcoming and collaborative environment with passionate staff. The rewarding experience of helping children with PMLD achieve their potential. INDLON<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;50 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>