Care Assistant
Milton Keynes
Full Time or Part Time
Immediate
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team, providing essential support to students in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) School in Milton Keynes. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs. Experience in care or education is beneficial but not essential; a positive and empathetic attitude is what truly matters.
Key Responsibilities:- Supporting students with personal care needs, including dressing, feeding, and hygiene.
- Assisting with classroom activities to foster engagement and learning.
- Building positive relationships to provide emotional and social support to students.
- Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours in a calm and professional manner.
- Promoting independence by helping students develop life skills.
- Maintaining accurate records of care and progress and liaising with teaching staff and parents.
- Collaborating with the school team to deliver tailored, person-centred support for each student.
- Experience in care, education, or supporting individuals with additional needs (preferred but not essential).
- A caring and empathetic approach to working with young people.
- Confidence in managing behaviours that challenge or supporting individuals with complex needs.
- Comfortable providing personal care to children or young people.
- Flexibility to commit to shifts and adapt to the school's needs.
- A valid, clear DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
- An immediate start with full training provided.
- Competitive pay rates and pension contributions.
- Flexible working options tailored to your schedule.
- A supportive team environment with ongoing professional development.
- A dedicated consultant to guide you throughout the process.
Send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.
Join a team that values compassion and collaboration. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students – apply now!