Care Assistant

senploy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care support organization in Nottingham is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support children with additional needs in a nurturing school environment. This role involves providing personalized care, assisting with personal routines, and ensuring a supportive atmosphere for all pupils. Ideal candidates will have experience in care or SEND and a commitment to safeguarding. This position offers a daily rate of £85 to £95.

Benefits

Free CPD including Safeguarding and Moving & Handling

Dedicated consultant support

Consistent long-term placements

Qualifications

• Experience in care, support work, or SEND preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to support with personal care routines.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small-group care support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with personal care, feeding, toileting, and mobility.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, families, and external professionals.

Skills

Compassionate

Empathetic

Patient

Confidence supporting children

Job description

Care Assistant - Nottingham, NG7

Location: Nottingham, NG7
Daily Rate: £85 - £95 per day
Contract: Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual who's passionate about supporting others? We're working with a friendly and inclusive setting in NG7 to recruit a Care Assistant to support children with additional needs in a nurturing school environment.

This is a full-time, term-time role ideal for someone with experience in care, support work, or SEN education-particularly for individuals looking to transition from care into a school-based support role.

About the Role:

As a Care Assistant, you'll work closely with class teams to provide personalised care and support to pupils with additional physical, emotional, and medical needs. The focus will be on maintaining comfort, independence, and dignity throughout the school day.

You'll support with personal care routines, encourage participation in classroom and social activities, and help create a consistent and reassuring environment for the children in your care.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 or small-group care support tailored to individual needs
- Assist with personal care, feeding, toileting, and mobility where necessary
- Promote independence, dignity, and confidence
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff, families, and external professionals
- Ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment
- Monitor and report pupil wellbeing and any concerns appropriately

We're Looking For:
- Previous experience in care, support work, or SEND (preferred but not essential)
- A calm, empathetic, and patient approach
- Confidence supporting children or young adults with physical or emotional needs
- Willingness to support with all aspects of personal care
- Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
- A current Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply for one

Why Join Long Term Futures?
- Dedicated consultant to support you from application to placement
- Access to free CPD including Safeguarding and Moving & Handling
- No daily supply - consistent long-term placements
- Trial days available before starting

Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process
- Submit your CV
- Quick call to discuss your experience
- Matching with a suitable school
- Trial day arranged
- Start your new role in September!

If this role doesn't quite fit, get in touch with India @ Long Term Futures to explore similar opportunities in care and education support.