At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with learning difficulties and assist in their personal care needs.
- Company: Ashgate Croft, a caring special school dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, supportive environment, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Full-time and part-time roles available; equality of opportunity for all applicants.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help empower students to thrive.
- Qualifications: Care experience preferred; compassion and teamwork are key.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Ashgate Croft is a large and complex area special school.
We provide education and care for pupils with learning difficulties, including autism, profound and multiple learning difficulties and associated communication, behavioural and physical needs, and we follow a bespoke curriculum to meet each child's needs which is informed by the EQUALS curriculum.
We are seeking to appoint a Pupil Support Assistant to provide support and guidance to other Teaching Assistants/Pupil Support Assistants as needed.
You will be responsible for supporting pupils’ personal care needs by assisting them with toileting, changing, gastrostomy feeding and eating programmes.
You will be required to carry out prescribed therapy programmes under the guidance of therapists and teachers and to assist teachers with general classroom preparation.
This would suit someone with Care Experience.
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applicants.
Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
This vacancy is being advertised as either Full-Time (32.5 hours 8:45am - 3:45pm) Mon-Fri 39 weeks per year or Part-Time.
Please can you specify in your application whether you are applying for Full or Part time hours.
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Full-Time and Part-Time Pupil Support Assistant in Chesterfield employer: Ashgate Croft School
Ashgate Croft is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for all staff. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities tailored to enhance your skills in supporting pupils with diverse needs. Located in a vibrant community, our school promotes a culture of collaboration and respect, making it a rewarding place to contribute to the lives of children with learning difficulties.
