School-Based Care Assistant

Academics; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics in Aylesbury is seeking compassionate School-Based Care Assistants for flexible, part-time work in a specialist educational setting. You will support learners with autism, communication difficulties and complex needs, helping them access education while ensuring their personal care and wellbeing are fully supported.

Role offers part-time, flexible hours around availability, with immediate start and temporary ad-hoc contracts that can lead to regular ongoing work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care, healthcare, education or specialist support.
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs is desirable.
• Right to work in the UK – sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group care and support to pupils with additional needs
• Support pupils with personal and intimate care where required
• Assist non-verbal pupils with communication, sensory activities and learning
• Follow individual care, learning and support plans
• Support pupils with their daily routines and personal wellbeing
• Help pupils access lessons and participate in school activities
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals
• Maintain a calm, safe and nurturing environment
• Promote independence, dignity and positive relationships

Job description

Are you a compassionate and patient School-Based Care Assistant looking for flexible work in the Aylesbury area?

We are looking for dedicated School-Based Care Assistants to support children and young people with additional and complex needs within a specialist educational setting.

This is a rewarding opportunity for experienced care professionals, healthcare assistants, support workers or Teaching Assistants who are looking to bring their skills into a school environment. The role offers part-time and flexible work, with the opportunity to build regular hours around your availability.

You will support learners with autism, communication difficulties and complex needs, including non-verbal learners, helping them access education while ensuring their personal care, wellbeing and individual needs are fully supported.

Key Details

• Location: Aylesbury
• Pay: 14.50- 15.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Hours: Part-time and flexible - days can be discussed around your availability
• Contract: Temporary, ad-hoc work with opportunities for regular ongoing work
• Start: Immediate

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group care and support to pupils with additional needs
• Support pupils with personal and intimate care where required
• Assist non-verbal pupils with communication, sensory activities and learning
• Follow individual care, learning and support plans
• Support pupils with their daily routines and personal wellbeing
• Help pupils access lessons and participate in school activities
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals
• Maintain a calm, safe and nurturing environment
• Promote independence, dignity and positive relationships

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK - unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship
• Availability to work on a part-time or flexible basis
• Previous experience in care, healthcare, education or specialist support
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs is desirable
• Comfortable providing personal and intimate care
• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with complex needs

Whether you are an experienced Care Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker or Teaching Assistant looking to move into a school environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to use your existing skills in a rewarding setting.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.