Childcare Assistant - The Prince of Wales School

Dorset Council UK; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Dorchester is seeking a dedicated Childcare Assistant for part-time work supporting the 1:1 needs of a pupil. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification and experience working with children with challenging behaviours. This role begins on January 5, 2026, with applications closing on November 28, 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible, enthusiastic, and adaptable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Experience with pupils having challenging behaviours is essential.
• Some experience of first aid is preferred.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support the 1:1 needs of an identified pupil during school hours.

Skills

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Experience with challenging behaviour

First aid experience

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

The Governors and Senior Leadership Team invite applications to join our friendly, hardworking and inspiring Pre-School team. We are looking for a dedicated and highly committed Childcare Assistant to work initially on a fixed-term - part-time basis, supporting the 1:1 needs of an identified pupil (Spring and Summer Term 2026 - three mornings per week 9 hours per week.).

Successful Candidates Will Need To

• Be flexible, enthusiastic and adaptable.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Have experience and knowledge of working with pupils with challenging behaviour
• Have some experience of first aid.
• Have a Level 3 (minimum) qualification.

Visits to the Pre-School are warmly welcomed.

Interviews planned to take place on: Friday 5th December 2025.

Please see attached for the required form and supporting personal specification.

Visits are warmly welcomed; please telephone the Pre-School office to make an appointment.

Closing Date for applications: 4:00pm - Friday 28th November 2025.

Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026.