Compassionate Care Assistant – SEN School (Term-Time)

Talent Recruitment Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time schedule

Potential permanent transition

Full training and development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Talent Recruitment Group is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to join a SEN school in Oldham, supporting students aged 16–19 with Autism and other needs.

You will provide tailored personal care and wellbeing support, helping students access education and participate in school life within a nurturing environment. Term-time only with potential to become permanent; start ASAP.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or support-based role.
• Hands-on experience providing personal care (toileting, washing, dressing, hygiene).
• Confident supporting individuals with Autism and complex needs.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable and respectful.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including toileting, washing, dressing and hygiene.
• Assist students with mobility, physical disabilities and sensory needs.
• Support medication administration in line with school policies and training.
• Work closely with teaching and therapy staff to support lessons and routines.
• Promote independence, dignity and confidence while prioritising health and wellbeing.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all students.
• Follow individual care plans and respect privacy and dignity.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Care experience

Personal care

Autism awareness

Team player

Job description

Talent Recruitment Group is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to join a SEN school in Oldham, supporting students aged 16–19 with Autism and other needs.

You will provide tailored personal care and wellbeing support, helping students access education and participate in school life within a nurturing environment. Term-time only with potential to become permanent; start ASAP.