School Care Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Care Worker to support children with special educational needs in a nurturing environment. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives. You will provide essential care and assistance, working closely with teachers and professionals to ensure each child thrives. If you are passionate about making a difference and have experience in care, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team committed to inclusivity and help children reach their full potential.

Benefits

Full support from a dedicated consultant

Supportive school environment

Opportunity to help children with additional needs

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with additional needs is essential.
• Must have an updated CV and enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical, emotional, and social support to students with special needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to create individual care plans for students.

Skills

Experience in care or support roles

Compassionate and patient approach

Ability to manage challenging behaviours

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Qualifications in health & social care

Qualifications in education or related field

Job description

Job Title: School Care Worker
Location: Poole
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people in need of extra care and assistance to thrive in an educational environment?

GSL Education are excited to offer the position of School Care Worker in Poole, providing an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in care or support roles to make a real difference in the lives of students with special educational needs (SEN). This full-time, permanent position offers competitive pay and an immediate start for the right candidate.

About the Role:

As a School Care Worker, you will play a vital role in providing care and support to students with additional needs, helping them to participate fully in school life. You will work in close collaboration with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to ensure that pupils receive the appropriate care and support they need to achieve their educational and developmental goals.

Responsibilities:

• Provide physical, emotional, and social support to students with a range of special educational needs.
• Assist with personal care tasks such as feeding, dressing, and mobility, where necessary.
• Promote students' independence and self-confidence within a school environment.
• Support teachers in the classroom to ensure that students with SEN can fully participate in activities.
• Collaborate with other support staff to create individual care plans for students.
• Help students develop positive behaviour and social interaction skills.
• Ensure that safeguarding policies and health and safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Provide feedback on student progress and well-being to teachers and other professionals.

What We’re Looking For: To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Experience working in a care or support role, preferably with children or young people with additional needs.
• A compassionate, patient, and understanding approach to working with children.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours in a calm and supportive manner.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to assist with personal care needs as required.
• Qualifications in health & social care, education, or a related field are advantageous but not essential.
• Have an updated CV (with two relevant references from the last two years and covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Benefits of Joining GSL Education:

• Compensation ranging from £13.68 - £16.12 per hour, based on your professional background.
• Full support from a dedicated consultant throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
• The chance to work in a supportive school environment that values inclusivity.
• A rewarding career helping children with additional needs reach their full potential.

If you’re ready to make a positive impact on the lives of students in need of support and care, we encourage you to apply for this meaningful role.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘School Care Worker’ role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.