Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant – Complex Needs / PMLD Location: Special School, NW4, North West London Position: Teaching Assistant Experience: Extensive SEND experience essential We are currently recruiting for a highly experienced, compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist school in NW4, supporting children and young people with complex needs, including Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). This is a rewarding but demanding role, requiring someone with significant experience supporting pupils with complex medical, physical and learning needs. The successful candidate will be confident providing high levels of individualised support, helping pupils access learning, develop communication and engage with activities in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. Key responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex SEND and PMLD. Supporting pupils with personal care, including toileting, changing and intimate care. Assisting with mobility and physical needs, including following moving and handling procedures. Supporting pupils with communication, sensory needs and engagement. Following individual care plans, risk assessments and specialist guidance. Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing, safety and independence. Working closely with teachers, therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will: Have extensive previous experience working with children or young people with complex SEND and PMLD. Be confident supporting pupils with significant physical and learning disabilities. Have experience providing personal care and intimate care. Understand the importance of safeguarding, dignity and maintaining pupils' privacy. Be patient, compassionate, resilient and proactive. Be comfortable working in a specialist school environment where pupils require a high level of support. Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEND professional who is passionate about making a difference and providing the highest standard of care, support and education to children with complex needs. Previous experience within a special school or PMLD setting is essential. INDLON<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061.<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. 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 />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>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>