School-Based Care Assistant
Posted on May 27, 2026 by CV-Library
Rochdale, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£465 - £550 Weekly
Temporary
Care Assistant - Rochdale
A specialist SEN school is seeking a compassionate and reliable Care Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). This is a rewarding, hands‑on role focused on providing high‑quality care and support within a school environment, helping pupils feel safe, comfortable and ready to engage with learning.
As a School‑Based Care Assistant, you will support pupils with complex physical, medical and sensory needs throughout the school day. Many pupils require assistance with personal care, movement and positioning, feeding and sensory regulation. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to ensure pupils' care plans are followed consistently and respectfully.
This role suits someone who is calm, patient and attentive, with a strong understanding of dignity, safeguarding and individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care in line with individual care plans
- Support pupils with physical needs, movement and positioning
- Assist pupils with feeding and hydration where required
- Use specialist equipment safely and appropriately
- Support sensory activities and therapeutic programmes
- Monitor pupils' wellbeing and report any concerns
- Maintain high standards of care, hygiene and safeguarding
This role is particularly well suited to candidates from care or clinical backgrounds, including:
- Care Assistants or Support Workers
- Residential or day care settings
- Nursing or healthcare assistants
- Individuals with PMLD or complex needs experience
Training such as Moving and Handling, medical needs, personal care, PEG feeding, tracheostomy care, epilepsy management or safeguarding is highly desirable, though additional training can be provided for the right candidate.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
- Compassionate, attentive and professional
- Confident supporting pupils with complex physical needs
- Comfortable providing personal care as part of a daily routine
- Reliable and able to follow care plans precisely
- A strong team member who communicates clearly with colleagues
What We Offer
- A supportive SEN environment with experienced staff
- A full‑time, term‑time role with consistent hours
- Ongoing training and guidance
- A fulfilling role supporting pupils with the highest level of need
If you have a caring background and are looking to apply your skills within a school setting, we would welcome your application. Apply today and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role further.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
A specialist SEN school is seeking a compassionate and reliable Care Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). This is a rewarding, hands‑on role focused on providing high‑quality care and support within a school environment, helping pupils feel safe, comfortable and ready to engage with learning.
As a School‑Based Care Assistant, you will support pupils with complex physical, medical and sensory needs throughout the school day. Many pupils require assistance with personal care, movement and positioning, feeding and sensory regulation. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to ensure pupils' care plans are followed consistently and respectfully.
This role suits someone who is calm, patient and attentive, with a strong understanding of dignity, safeguarding and individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care in line with individual care plans
- Support pupils with physical needs, movement and positioning
- Assist pupils with feeding and hydration where required
- Use specialist equipment safely and appropriately
- Support sensory activities and therapeutic programmes
- Monitor pupils' wellbeing and report any concerns
- Maintain high standards of care, hygiene and safeguarding
This role is particularly well suited to candidates from care or clinical backgrounds, including:
- Care Assistants or Support Workers
- Residential or day care settings
- Nursing or healthcare assistants
- Individuals with PMLD or complex needs experience
Training such as Moving and Handling, medical needs, personal care, PEG feeding, tracheostomy care, epilepsy management or safeguarding is highly desirable, though additional training can be provided for the right candidate.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
- Compassionate, attentive and professional
- Confident supporting pupils with complex physical needs
- Comfortable providing personal care as part of a daily routine
- Reliable and able to follow care plans precisely
- A strong team member who communicates clearly with colleagues
What We Offer
- A supportive SEN environment with experienced staff
- A full‑time, term‑time role with consistent hours
- Ongoing training and guidance
- A fulfilling role supporting pupils with the highest level of need
If you have a caring background and are looking to apply your skills within a school setting, we would welcome your application. Apply today and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role further.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Reference: 225163755
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School-Based Care Assistant
Posted on May 27, 2026 by CV-Library
Rochdale, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£465 - £550 Weekly
Temporary
Care Assistant - Rochdale
A specialist SEN school is seeking a compassionate and reliable Care Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). This is a rewarding, hands‑on role focused on providing high‑quality care and support within a school environment, helping pupils feel safe, comfortable and ready to engage with learning.
As a School‑Based Care Assistant, you will support pupils with complex physical, medical and sensory needs throughout the school day. Many pupils require assistance with personal care, movement and positioning, feeding and sensory regulation. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to ensure pupils' care plans are followed consistently and respectfully.
This role suits someone who is calm, patient and attentive, with a strong understanding of dignity, safeguarding and individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care in line with individual care plans
- Support pupils with physical needs, movement and positioning
- Assist pupils with feeding and hydration where required
- Use specialist equipment safely and appropriately
- Support sensory activities and therapeutic programmes
- Monitor pupils' wellbeing and report any concerns
- Maintain high standards of care, hygiene and safeguarding
This role is particularly well suited to candidates from care or clinical backgrounds, including:
- Care Assistants or Support Workers
- Residential or day care settings
- Nursing or healthcare assistants
- Individuals with PMLD or complex needs experience
Training such as Moving and Handling, medical needs, personal care, PEG feeding, tracheostomy care, epilepsy management or safeguarding is highly desirable, though additional training can be provided for the right candidate.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
- Compassionate, attentive and professional
- Confident supporting pupils with complex physical needs
- Comfortable providing personal care as part of a daily routine
- Reliable and able to follow care plans precisely
- A strong team member who communicates clearly with colleagues
What We Offer
- A supportive SEN environment with experienced staff
- A full‑time, term‑time role with consistent hours
- Ongoing training and guidance
- A fulfilling role supporting pupils with the highest level of need
If you have a caring background and are looking to apply your skills within a school setting, we would welcome your application. Apply today and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role further.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
A specialist SEN school is seeking a compassionate and reliable Care Assistant to support pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). This is a rewarding, hands‑on role focused on providing high‑quality care and support within a school environment, helping pupils feel safe, comfortable and ready to engage with learning.
As a School‑Based Care Assistant, you will support pupils with complex physical, medical and sensory needs throughout the school day. Many pupils require assistance with personal care, movement and positioning, feeding and sensory regulation. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to ensure pupils' care plans are followed consistently and respectfully.
This role suits someone who is calm, patient and attentive, with a strong understanding of dignity, safeguarding and individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care in line with individual care plans
- Support pupils with physical needs, movement and positioning
- Assist pupils with feeding and hydration where required
- Use specialist equipment safely and appropriately
- Support sensory activities and therapeutic programmes
- Monitor pupils' wellbeing and report any concerns
- Maintain high standards of care, hygiene and safeguarding
This role is particularly well suited to candidates from care or clinical backgrounds, including:
- Care Assistants or Support Workers
- Residential or day care settings
- Nursing or healthcare assistants
- Individuals with PMLD or complex needs experience
Training such as Moving and Handling, medical needs, personal care, PEG feeding, tracheostomy care, epilepsy management or safeguarding is highly desirable, though additional training can be provided for the right candidate.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
- Compassionate, attentive and professional
- Confident supporting pupils with complex physical needs
- Comfortable providing personal care as part of a daily routine
- Reliable and able to follow care plans precisely
- A strong team member who communicates clearly with colleagues
What We Offer
- A supportive SEN environment with experienced staff
- A full‑time, term‑time role with consistent hours
- Ongoing training and guidance
- A fulfilling role supporting pupils with the highest level of need
If you have a caring background and are looking to apply your skills within a school setting, we would welcome your application. Apply today and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role further.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Reference: 225163755
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