Care assistant Primary school

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for a primary school role in Nottingham. This full-time position offers the chance to make a real difference in children's lives by providing essential support with personal care, mobility, and classroom assistance. You'll work alongside a friendly team, ensuring a nurturing environment for students with various care needs. The role comes with competitive daily pay and opportunities for ongoing professional development. Join a supportive community that values staff well-being and growth, and contribute to a positive educational experience for young learners.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive leadership and colleagues

Referral bonuses

Social and networking events

Qualifications

• Caring, patient individual with a positive attitude.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with personal care and mobility needs.
• Promote independence and wellbeing in the classroom.

Skills

Caring and Patient Attitude

Experience with Children

Commitment to Safeguarding

Teamwork

Job description

Position: Care Assistant (Primary School)
Location: Nottingham
Start Date: September 2025

Full-time/ongoing temporary role

About the Role:

We are supporting a primary school in recruiting a Care Assistant. You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to support children with various care needs, including:

• Supporting pupils with personal care (toileting, hygiene, dressing)
• Assisting with mobility and physical needs
• Promoting independence and wellbeing
• Providing general classroom support as needed

What We're Looking For:

• A caring, patient individual with a positive attitude
• Experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting all children
• Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., manual handling, personal care)
• Ability to work as part of a dedicated and friendly team

We Offer:

• A warm, welcoming school environment
• Supportive leadership and colleagues
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A role where you can make a real difference

Hours and Benefits:

Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Daily pay of £90 - £100 depending on experience
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Resources and training to enhance your skills

Benefits of registering with Tradewind:

• Top rates of pay and top education talent recruitment
• Extensive CPD courses (45 available)
• Referral bonuses
• Interview preparation and lesson planning support
• Online portal for timesheets and availability logging
• Social and networking events

As a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, we prioritize staff well-being and professional growth. We are committed to equal opportunities and provide comprehensive support to our candidates.

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this position or contact Rebecca Bowering for more information.