Personal Care Teaching Assistant
Type: Contract
Reference: 224432355
Job Description:
Personal Care Teaching Assistant - Corby
Supporting SEN Pupils in Our Partner Schools
Apply Today via Tradewind Recruitment
Are you a compassionate, patient and dedicated support professional with experience working with children with Special Educational Needs? Do you have the skills and confidence to provide both educational and personal care support to help young people thrive? If so, Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking committed Personal Care Teaching Assistants for immediate and ongoing supply opportunities within our partner schools in Corby and the surrounding areas.
This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, which may include autism, physical disabilities, developmental delays, sensory needs and complex learning difficulties. Many of the young people you will support require help with personal care routines such as toileting, mobility assistance, feeding, hygiene tasks and emotional regulation. You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider school staff to ensure each child feels safe, well-cared-for and ready to learn.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing 1:1 or small-group SEN support within the classroom
Assisting pupils with personal care needs, ensuring dignity, respect and sensitivity
Helping to implement EHCP targets and individual learning plans
Supporting communication, social skills and emotional well-being
Using positive behaviour strategies to keep pupils settled and engaged
Liaising with teaching staff and parents as required
Creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment at all times
What Tradewind Recruitment Offers You:
Competitive rates of pay
Flexible supply work to fit around your availability
Opportunities across a range of mainstream and specialist settings
Free access to award-winning SEN and safeguarding training
Support from an experienced, friendly consultant every step of the way
Routes into long-term placements or permanent roles
What We're Looking For:
Experience supporting children or young people with SEN (essential)
Willingness and ability to provide personal care
Calm, caring and resilient personality
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A valid enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one
If you are passionate about making a genuine difference and ready to play a vital role in a child's daily school experience, we would love to hear from you. Register with Tradewind Recruitment today and start your journey supporting pupils in Corby's partner schools.
