Compassionate School Care Assistant – Support Pupils

Milton School; Mexborough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton School invites applications for a caring Personal Care Assistant to support pupils with personal care needs during the school day, promoting comfort, dignity, and access to education. You will work with teachers and SEN staff, following safeguarding policies and participating in training on personal care, manual handling and safeguarding.

DBS check is required for successful applicants. Visits to the school are welcome; please contact Debbie Blaney, School Business Manager, at

Qualifications

• Kind, patient and compassionate approach.
• Ability to work discreetly and professionally with children.
• Willingness to undertake training in personal care, manual handling and safeguarding.
• Experience with children or in care is desirable but not essential.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support to pupils, including toileting, changing, and hygiene per care plans.
• Support pupils’ physical wellbeing while maintaining dignity, privacy, and respect.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEN staff to meet pupils’ needs.
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control policies.
• Keep accurate records and communicate with staff and parents/carers.

Skills

Kindness

Discretion

Training willingness

Teamwork & communication

Childcare experience

Job description

Milton School invites applications for a caring Personal Care Assistant to support pupils with personal care needs during the school day, promoting comfort, dignity, and access to education. You will work with teachers and SEN staff, following safeguarding policies and participating in training on personal care, manual handling and safeguarding.

DBS check is required for successful applicants. Visits to the school are welcome; please contact Debbie Blaney, School Business Manager, at