Compassionate Student Support & Care Assistant

The Active Learning Trust; Ely; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Active Learning Trust is recruiting a Student Support Assistant for Highfield Littleport Academy in Cambridgeshire. The role focuses on providing personal care, medical support and practical assistance to pupils with complex needs, aligned to EHCPs and care plans.

Join a collaborative team that prioritises pupil safety, inclusion and safeguarding within a supportive school community committed to making a difference for children and young people every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and medical support in line with EHCPs and Personal Care Plans.
• Support pupils' safety, wellbeing and inclusion throughout the school day.
• Assist with specialist care programmes, such as physiotherapy or hydrotherapy, under professional guidance.
• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality procedures.
• Work closely with teachers and colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality care and support for pupils.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people; follow safer recruitment and DBS checks as required.
• The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.

Job description

The Active Learning Trust is recruiting a Student Support Assistant for Highfield Littleport Academy in Cambridgeshire. The role focuses on providing personal care, medical support and practical assistance to pupils with complex needs, aligned to EHCPs and care plans.

Join a collaborative team that prioritises pupil safety, inclusion and safeguarding within a supportive school community committed to making a difference for children and young people every day.