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CARE SUPPORT ASSISTANT (EDUCATION) or (RESIDENTIAL)

PERMANENT PART TIME, TERM TIME ROLES

39 working weeks and 6.4 paid holiday

£12.60 per hour : £14,307 actual gross p.a.

24 hours per week : Monday to Thursday : 3.30pm to 9.30pm

£13.50 per hour : £14,716 actual gross p.a.

16 hours per week : Monday to Thursday : 6.00pm to 10.00pm

£13.50 per hour : £9,811 actual gross p.a.

We are looking for Care Support Assistants to support students across in either the class or residential settings. In this hands‑on, rewarding role you will help students develop their independence, life skills and confidence every day.

You will support students’ physical, social, emotional and educational needs, helping with daily activities such as mealtimes, personal care and mobility. You will also assist with learning, life skills and activities that promote independence and personal development. You will work closely with the education or residential teams following student care plans and maintaining safety whilst supporting students’ wellbeing. Specialist training including medication and gastrostomy feed administration will be provided as required.

• Someone who is physically able to move, handle and support students safely.
• Committed to professional development, including working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare if applicable.
• Patient, respectful and supportive, with excellent communication skills.
• Understands safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Positive, resilient, adaptable and able to respond to changing situations.
• Desirable: Experience in a school or residential setting, GCSEs in English and Maths, Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or knowledge of SEND practice.

• A role with real purpose and daily impact.
• Fully funded qualifications and training.
• Generous pension scheme & life cover.
• Staff wellbeing sessions and support.
• Retail discounts and subsidised meals.
• Free on‑site parking.

Be part of a supportive, passionate team, helping students achieve their potential while developing your own skills and career. Apply today and make a real difference every day!

C.V.’s alone will not be accepted. Applications must be made on the school's recruitment portal.

For details please visit www.valenceschool.com > work for us or visit our recruitment portal on My New Term (https://mynewterm.com/school/Valence-School/119032 - please copy the address provided to visit our careers page).

The application form for this role will need to be completed on My New Term (we are unable to accept CV's).

It is important for the online application form to be completed in full, including complete employment history from leaving full‑time education (age 16 or 18) and any gaps must be accounted for. If this is not fully completed your application will not be progressed.

Please also submit a suitable statement describing how you meet the criteria of the person specification and outline your reasons for application.

Please note, we can only consider applicants who have the right to work in the U.K. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship and we are not a sponsorship organisation. For details, please read information for applicants.

Valence School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Valence School is committed to valuing diversity and promoting equality for all.

References will be taken up before interview and online checks undertaken for shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check (this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act).