Personal Care Assistant - Elm Tree Primary Academy

Sacredheartprisch; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A special education academy in Wednesbury seeks a motivated Personal Care Assistant to support autistic pupils. The role involves assisting in educational activities and promoting a positive environment. Candidates should be passionate, energetic, and able to work as part of a team. The position offers a permanent contract, with a salary of £18,537 - £18,828 plus SEN allowance.

Benefits

Continuing professional development

Supportive staff team

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Passionate and committed to securing positive outcomes for children.
• Energetic with a willingness to go the extra mile.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist autistic pupils and support their learning.
• Promote a safe and positive learning environment.
• Engage with children to help them reach their full potential.

Skills

Creative thinking

Experience with autistic pupils

Positive attitude

Teamwork ability

Job description

Personal Care Assistant - Elm Tree Primary Academy

Employer: Victoria Academies Trust, Location: Elm Tree Primary Academy, Friar Park Road, Wednesbury, WS10 0TB, Salary: £24,796-£25,185 FTE (Actual Salary £18,537 - £18,828) + SEN Allowance £1539 per annum

Elm Tree Primary Academy is a new special school in Sandwell for autistic pupils from Reception to Year 6 who have additional learning needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Personal Care Assistant to join our team.

Job Details:
Hours / Weeks: 31 hours, Term Time only + 5 days
Grade / Salary: Band B SCP 3-4 £24,796 - £25,185 FTE (Actual Salary £18,537 - £18,828) + SEN Allowance £1539 per annum.
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: November 2025

We are looking for candidates who:

• are creative thinkers, passionate, committed and have the determination to secure the best possible outcomes for every child
• have experience of working with autistic pupils
• are energetic, positive and have the ability to work effectively as part of our team
• are willing to go the extra mile to make great things happen for our children

We can offer the successful candidates:

• a commitment to continuing professional development
• a supportive and hardworking staff team
• a benefits package
• flexible working arrangements

Elm Tree Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure which confirms the appointee is not on the Children’s Barred list being obtained.

Equal Opportunities:
Elm Tree Primary Academy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.