Are you a compassionate and patient School-Based Care Assistant looking for flexible work in the Aylesbury area?
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
We are looking for dedicated School-Based Care Assistants to support children and young people with additional and complex needs within a specialist educational setting.
This is a rewarding opportunity for experienced care professionals, healthcare assistants, support workers or Teaching Assistants who are looking to bring their skills into a school environment. The role offers part-time and flexible work, with the opportunity to build regular hours around your availability.
You will support learners with autism, communication difficulties and complex needs, including non-verbal learners, helping them access education while ensuring their personal care, wellbeing and individual needs are fully supported.
Key Details
- Location: Aylesbury
- Pay: £14.50-£15.00 per hour, depending on experience
- Hours: Part-time and flexible - days can be discussed around your availability
- Contract: Temporary, ad-hoc work with opportunities for regular ongoing work
- Start: Immediate
Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group care and support to pupils with additional needs
- Support pupils with personal and intimate care where required
- Assist non-verbal pupils with communication, sensory activities and learning
- Follow individual care, learning and support plans
- Support pupils with their daily routines and personal wellbeing
- Help pupils access lessons and participate in school activities
- Work closely with xgikmsk teachers, therapists and other professionals
- Maintain a calm, safe and nurturing environment
- Promote independence, dignity and positive relationships
Requirements
- Right to work in the UK - unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship
- Availability to work on a part-time or flexible basis
- Previous experience in care, healthcare, education or specialist support
- Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs is desirable
- Comfortable providing personal and intimate care
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