Care Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational organization in Nottingham is seeking a Care Assistant to support SEND pupils in a primary school environment. The ideal candidate should have experience in childcare and a positive attitude. This temporary position offers opportunities for professional development and is part-time within term hours. Visits to the school are welcomed, and applications close on September 23rd.

Benefits

Friendly school community

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff and leadership

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a childcare or personal care environment; this can be personal or professional.
• Experience of working in a setting subject to safeguarding and health & safety policies.
• Positive attitude and sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the education for SEND pupils.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupils throughout the school day.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Overview

Contract Term: Temporary contract until July 2026 (with a view to be made permanent if successful)
Salary: GLPC Grade C, points 4–5 £19,025-£19,325 actual salary per annum (£25,185-£25,583 FTE per annum)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (8:30 – 3:30), term time only (including INSET days)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Reference: Care/2025

About the role

We are looking for a talented, passionate, and creative individual to take the role of a Care Assistant within our SEND Team, which is led by our experienced SENDCo. This is a wonderful opportunity for an aspiring teaching assistant or care assistant to gain experience in a successful Nottingham City primary school. Old Basford School is a two-form entry primary school in Nottingham City with a fantastic reputation. We are an ambitious and aspirational school and pride ourselves on the additional opportunities we offer all our pupils. We aim for all children to leave our school educated, equipped, enriched and empowered with the skills and knowledge to find success in the next stage of their learning.

Responsibilities

• Your main responsibility is to support the class teacher with the education for SEND pupils and ensuring the safety, general welfare and wellbeing of pupils throughout the school day, this can be within the classroom and/or within our Enhanced Provision unit (The Willow).

Requirements

• Previous experience in a childcare or personal care environment; this can be personal or professional.
• Experience of working in a setting subject to safeguarding and health & safety policies.
• Good communication skills
• The ability to work well on your own and as part of a team
• A positive attitude and sense of humour
• A willingness to learn new skills

What we offer

• A friendly school and community, with happy, motivated staff
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive SLT, governors and staff who encourage collaborative thinking
• A forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning throughout the school
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and candidates wishing to visit the school beforehand should telephone the school or email to make an appointment.

Visits: Friday 19th September 9:30am

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 23rd September 9:30am

Interviews to be held: Monday 29th September