SEND Care & Support Assistant - College Campus

Hugh Baird College; Sefton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Medicash

Flexible working

Holiday allowance (up to 50 days)

On-campus parking

Job summary

Hugh Baird College Campuses, Liverpool, is seeking caring Personal Care Assistants to support students with SEND across our campuses. This term-time only role offers part-time and full-time opportunities within Learner Support, with a pro rata salary of £25,255.48 Full-Time Equivalent.

You will provide personal care, mobility and wellbeing support, work with teaching staff, maintain records and help learners access curriculum in a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEND or similar needs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, patience and a caring approach.
• Basic IT skills including Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint.
• First Aid qualification or willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, mobility and wellbeing support to learners in line with individual support plans.
• Support students during lessons, breaks, lunch periods, arrivals and departures, promoting independence and confidence.
• Assist learners with accessing College facilities, moving safely around campus and participating in educational visits.
• Support students with medical and care needs, including supervising medication and administering emergency medication following appropriate training.
• Work closely with lecturers and support staff to help learners achieve their EHCP and individual learning targets.
• Encourage participation, engagement and positive social interactions while supporting emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to student reviews, support plans and progress monitoring.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

First Aid

IT basics

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Hugh Baird College Campuses, Liverpool, is seeking caring Personal Care Assistants to support students with SEND across our campuses. This term-time only role offers part-time and full-time opportunities within Learner Support, with a pro rata salary of £25,255.48 Full-Time Equivalent.

You will provide personal care, mobility and wellbeing support, work with teaching staff, maintain records and help learners access curriculum in a safe, inclusive environment.