Care Assistant

Term Time Teachers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties in Eastbourne. This full-time role involves providing one-to-one and group support, assisting with personal care, and collaborating with a professional team. Ideal candidates will have a background in care and a compassionate approach. Training is provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those transitioning into education.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Supportive team environment

Stable, structured routine

Qualifications

• Background in care, support work, or health & social care required.
• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach needed.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support for pupils with complex needs.
• Assist with personal care and medical routines.
• Support communication and emotional regulation.

Skills

Personal care

Residential or community care

Experience with complex needs

Empathy

Reliability

Job description

Contract: Long-term
Start Date: ASAP or after October half-term

We're currently recruiting a Care Assistant to support children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) in a specialist SEN setting based in Eastbourne. The students have complex needs, including tracheostomy care, PEG feeding, use of walkers, and other physical and medical support requirements.

This is a long-term, full-time role and you'll be part of a supportive, experienced team working to provide consistent, compassionate care in a school environment.

Ideal for people with experience in:

• Personal care (children or adults)
• Residential or community care
• NHS, HCA, or support worker roles
• Complex needs or disability care

About the Role:

• Providing one-to-one and group support for pupils aged 3-16 with complex physical and medical needs
• Assisting with personal care, moving & handling, and medical routines (training provided if needed)
• Supporting communication, sensory input, and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other specialists

You'll Need:

• A background in care, support work, or health & social care
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a school setting
• Reliability and commitment - consistency is key for these pupils

Why Apply?

• Long-term opportunity with a stable, structured routine
• Incredibly rewarding - be part of real progress and connection
• On-the-job training and supportive team environment
• No prior school experience required - just the right attitude and care background

If you've been thinking about making a move into education but still want to use your care experience, this is a perfect stepping stone.

Apply today to speak to Mia, your dedicated SEN Consultant, and find out more about how this role could be the right fit for you.

Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).