Compassionate SEND Personal Care Assistant - School

Milk Education; Bury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated Milk Education consultant

Training and development opportunities

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care with SEND is desirable
• Willingness to train and follow school policies
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and practical support to pupils with SEND
• Assist with toileting, changing, dressing, eating and personal hygiene as required
• Support mobility and follow care plans for individual pupils
• Encourage independence, dignity and confidence throughout the day
• Build trusting relationships with pupils and staff
• Offer emotional reassurance and encouragement during lessons and transitions
• Follow EHCP, healthcare and personal care plans
• Support pupils during lessons, breaks and lunchtimes
• Work closely with teachers, healthcare staff and professionals
• Maintain safeguarding, confidentiality and pupil dignity

Skills

Personal care

Toileting support

Mobility assistance

Communication

Job description