Care Assistant in SEN Secondary School

5 days ago

Tollbar End, United Kingdom ABC Teachers Full time

ABC Teachers is seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to provide high-quality personal and emotional support to children with additional needs in a specialist secondary school environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in pupils’ lives while working as part of a committed and supportive team.

About the role:

Personal Care and Support: Provide tailored care to meet pupils’ physical, emotional, and personal needs, including assisting with mobility, hygiene routines, and personal development.

Positive Relationships: Build trusting, respectful relationships with pupils to promote independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.

Learning and Engagement: Support classroom learning by helping pupils participate in lessons and activities, working collaboratively with teachers and teaching assistants.

Safe and Nurturing Environment: Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and caring atmosphere where every child feels valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

About the school:

You will be supporting a forward-thinking SEN secondary school that provides education and care for children with a wide range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and complex physical or medical needs. The school is purpose-built with outstanding facilities designed to promote learning, independence, and wellbeing in a nurturing environment.

About you:

To be considered for the Care Assistant role, you will:

Have experience working in care, education, or support roles with children or young people with additional needs.
Be confident in delivering personal care and supporting pupils with complex needs.
Show empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people to thrive.
Be a reliable and positive team player who can adapt to meet individual needs.
Have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.
This role would be ideal for candidates from care, health, or educational support backgrounds, including residential care workers, teaching assistants, or health care assistants seeking a new challenge in a school environment.

About ABC Teachers:

ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff across the country.

What ABC Teachers offer:

Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house payroll team via PAYE.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period).
Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations) to ensure fair pay and conditions.
FREE professional development opportunities, such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and online training.
Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing career support.
How to apply:

If you are a Care Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers, please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed).

Due to current guidance, interviews with shortlisted candidates may take place via video call.

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