Personal Care Assistant

We have a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated and

compassionate Personal Care Assistant to join us at Woodlands School —

an inspiring, modern and fully adapted learning environment designed to support

our pupils to thrive. Woodlands is a foundation special school serving nearly

100 children and young people aged 2–19 with complex physical, sensory and

medical needs.

About the role

• This is a varied, hands‑on and deeply

rewarding role. A big part of our pupils’ day is their care

and lunch so the people that support them at these times are crucial to their

wellbeing.

The hours are 17.75 hours per week.

• Provide personal care with dignity,

respect and sensitivity

• Support pupils using communication tools,

including sign language and communication aids

• Assist with manual handling such as

moving pupils into chairs, walkers or specialist equipment

• Help with postural changes, including

standing frames and Acheeva beds

• Provide 1:1 feeding support and use

specialist feeding equipment

• Encourage positive eating habits and

social interaction at mealtimes

• Supervise pupils during lunch and outdoor

play

• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic

dining environment

• Take responsibility for safeguarding and

promoting pupil wellbeing

• Carry out other duties appropriate to the

role

This is an active, physical

role. You’ll need to be comfortable with:

• Being on your feet throughout the day
• Lifting and moving pupils safely (full

training provided)

• Moving dining room furniture and cleaning

tables between sittings

• Staying alert to pupils’ needs and

behaviour

• Managing occasional emotional or

challenging situations with calm confidence

What We’re

Looking For

• A caring, patient and resilient

individual

• A team player with a positive attitude
• Someone committed to helping pupils

thrive

If you’re ready to make a

meaningful difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.