SEN Care Assistant: Empowering Children to Thrive

Protocol Education Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Professional development

Career progression

Supportive team

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for a specialist SEN primary school in Bristol, supporting children aged 3-11 with ASC, learning disabilities, and communication needs. The role involves assisting with personal care, learning activities, and promoting independence.

You will work closely with teachers, therapists and families to provide high-quality care in a supportive environment, with full training and ongoing professional development offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.
• Patient, caring, and empathetic approach.
• Passion for supporting SEND learners.
• Willingness to undertake personal care responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care: toileting, dressing, feeding, hygiene.
• Assist pupils in the classroom and during activities.
• Support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Promote independence and positive outcomes for pupils.
• Assist with lunches, breaks, and sensory activities.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and families.
• Ensure pupil safety and wellbeing at all times.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

Health & Social Care qualification

Childcare qualification

Job description

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for a specialist SEN primary school in Bristol, supporting children aged 3-11 with ASC, learning disabilities, and communication needs. The role involves assisting with personal care, learning activities, and promoting independence.

You will work closely with teachers, therapists and families to provide high-quality care in a supportive environment, with full training and ongoing professional development offered.