Personal Care Assistant

Hello Education; Darlington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hello Education seeks enthusiastic Personal Care Assistants to support children with SEND and SEMH needs in a specialist school in Darlington. You will play a crucial role in nurturing and uplifting pupils aged 2-19. The position promises a supportive environment and competitive pay, allowing you to make a genuine difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates paid through PAYE

Refer-a-friend scheme rewards

Dedicated consultant support

Flexibility in work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Already on the Enhanced DBS Update Service or willing to get one.
• Passion for supporting children with SEND and SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with students and help them thrive.
• Provide personal care including toileting and feeding.
• Maintain welfare records with attention to detail.

Skills

Dedication

Team Player

Independent Thinker

Job description

Caring Hearts Wanted: Join Us as a Personal Care Assistant!

Are you passionate about supporting children with SEND and SEMH needs? Do you have a big heart and the dedication to make a real difference in their lives? Hello Education is looking for enthusiastic and reliable Personal Care Assistants to join a fantastic SEND school in Darlington!

This is your chance to work with incredible pupils aged 2-19, including those with limited abilities, helping them thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Your role will be vital in ensuring their care, comfort, and success every single day.

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

As a Personal Care Assistant, you’ll be living your best life supporting students in a specialist school environment:

Mentor Extraordinaire: Build strong, positive relationships with students and help them flourish.

Environment Creator: Facilitate a safe and uplifting space where every child can shine.

Calm in the Storm: De-escalate challenging situations with patience and understanding.

Team Player: Be ready to bring your magic to schools across Sheffield.

Personal Care Hero: Provide full welfare support, including toileting and feeding, for children who require assistance.

Record Keeper Extraordinaire: Maintain toileting and welfare records with care and attention if required.

Feeding Champion: Offer a helping hand during mealtimes for pupils who need assistance.

Empowerment Partner: Support pupils with limited abilities in achieving their potential and celebrating their progress.

We’re Looking for Rock Stars Who:

Dedication: You’re reliable, dependable, and genuinely passionate about supporting children with SEND and SEMH needs.

Team Player: You thrive when working as part of a supportive and dynamic team.

Independent Thinker: You can use your initiative to handle tasks with confidence and compassion.

Enhanced DBS: Already on the Update Service—or ready to get one!

Why You’ll Love Us (AKA Your Perks):

Top-Notch Pay: Competitive daily rates paid through the PAYE system.

Bring a Friend: Earn rewards with our refer-a-friend scheme.

Your Personal Sidekick: A dedicated consultant who’s just a call away to support you. Flexibility Galore: Work-life balance? We’ve got you covered!

Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values empathy, positivity, and collaboration

Ready to inspire, uplift, and change lives with every smile, word, and little victory? This is your chance to join a team that’s making the world a better place, one student at a time.

APPLY NOW and let’s make this journey an unforgettable adventure!

Hello Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date