Personal Care & Complex Needs Assistant

AMA Admin; Oldham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Consultant support

Training opportunities

Impact on pupils

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a compassionate Personal Care & Complex Needs Assistant to support pupils in a specialist SEND school in Oldham. The role involves personal care, safeguarding, and assisting with learning activities to help pupils access education with independence and confidence.

You will work in a supportive environment, offering patience, a proactive approach, and collaboration with teachers and care staff to meet individual targets and ensure pupils feel safe and supported

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND or complex needs.
• Comfort providing personal care and maintaining pupils' dignity.
• Calm, patient and compassionate approach with ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including toileting and hygiene support, while maintaining pupils' dignity and independence.
• Support pupils with complex SEND, including learning difficulties, autism and physical disabilities.
• Assist with classroom activities, communication and individual learning targets.
• Support pupils with mobility and moving and handling as required, following training and care plans.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience and empathy

Relationship building

Calm and proactive

Tools

Moving and handling training

Job description

Personal Care & Complex Needs Assistant

Location: Oldham
Salary: £107.71-£115 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time | Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

Milk Education is seeking a caring, patient and dedicated Personal Care & Complex Needs Assistant to support pupils within a specialist SEND school in Oldham.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a range of complex needs, helping them access education, develop independence and feel safe and supported throughout the school day.

We are looking for someone who is comfortable providing personal care and can bring a calm, compassionate and proactive approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including toileting, changing and hygiene support, whilst maintaining pupils' dignity and independence.
• Support pupils with complex SEND, including learning difficulties, autism and physical disabilities.
• Assist with classroom activities, communication and individual learning targets.
• Support pupils with mobility and moving and handling where required, following relevant training and care plans.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, complex needs, care or support work.
• Confidence and willingness to provide personal care as part of the role.
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Moving and handling training or experience is desirable but not essential.

Why Work with Milk Education?

• Competitive daily pay.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Access to training and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives and development.

Whether you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, a care professional looking to move into education or someone with relevant support experience, we'd love to hear from you!

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. Milk Education is an APSCo Compliance+ accredited agency and is committed to equal opportunities. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for further information.