Care Assistant

As a Care Assistant, the work centres on supporting people with care, daily routines, clinical tasks, or wellbeing according to the role remit. It would suit someone who can bring supporting pupils who use wheelchairs, AAC devices and alternative communication methods to the role.

Where the work sits

Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant who has previously supported children or adults with PMLD, complex needs, physical disabilities or medical needs. Working closely with teachers, therapists, nurses and other specialist staff.

Care and support involved

Supporting people with care, daily routines, clinical tasks, or wellbeing according to the role remit.

What helps in this care setting

Supporting pupils who use wheelchairs, AAC devices and alternative communication methods. Promoting pupil independence, communication and engagement in learning.

Practical details

• Additional detail: Training or development support may be provided.

Care skills and requirements

• Assisting with mobility and physical interventions where required.
• Experience with manual handling and hoist transfers.
• Knowledge of AAC, PECS, Makaton or PODD communication systems.

Requirements mentioned

• SEN experience

Job details

• Benefits mentioned: Training