Compassionate PCA for SEND Post-16 Learners

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a caring Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support male Post-16 learners in a Harborne, Birmingham setting. You will provide personal care, mobility support and daily living assistance within a SEND-focused education environment.

The role involves moving and handling, following care plans and safeguarding procedures, and working closely with teachers and therapists to promote dignity and independence for learners with learning and physical disabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or adults with learning disabilities or SEND.
• Experience in personal care and support roles is beneficial.
• Willingness to undertake training including moving and handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including toileting, hygiene, dressing, and daily living tasks.
• Support male learners with care and mobility needs throughout the college day.
• Assist learners with moving and handling where required and safe transfer techniques.
• Help learners access classrooms and communal areas, promoting independence.
• Build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Compassionate

Good communicator

Team player

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a caring Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support male Post-16 learners in a Harborne, Birmingham setting. You will provide personal care, mobility support and daily living assistance within a SEND-focused education environment.

The role involves moving and handling, following care plans and safeguarding procedures, and working closely with teachers and therapists to promote dignity and independence for learners with learning and physical disabilities.