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At Dovetail and Slate, we are collaborating with a leading local college to recruit two dedicated SEND Care Support Workers to join their team. By stepping into one of these vital roles, you will contribute directly to an educational environment that focuses on creating opportunities and changing lives. Your work will be essential in providing top-tier personal care, helping students access their education safely and with dignity.

Your core purpose is to plan for and deliver high-quality personal care, mobility support, and medication administration to students. You will provide responsive, vital support for learners, families, external stakeholders, and the wider college inclusion team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and coordinate personal care assistance alongside the safe storage, recording, and administration of student medications.

• Liaise with external health professionals-including physiotherapists, specialist nurses, and occupational therapists-and deliver First Aid when required.

• Collaborate with students, families, and external agencies to write and maintain up-to-date health declarations, medical risk assessments, and robust support plans.

• Complete Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) for identified students.

• Maintain clean, stocked, and secure environments within hygiene suites, accessible toilets, and dedicated medication/physio spaces.

• Support student trips by assisting with the planning and attendance of external visits.

• Feed into organizational policies and complete all administrative duties to guarantee a clear audit trail.

• Uphold absolute compliance regarding safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity, and British values.

We are looking for effective team players who are self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of working with limited supervision while maintaining absolute confidentiality.

Requirements:

• Experience (Essential): Recent experience facilitating and providing personal care, medication administration, or mobility support.

• Literacy & Numeracy (Essential): GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, or a Functional Skills equivalent.

• Digital Skills (Essential): Strong digital literacy with proven experience using Microsoft platforms.

• Communication (Essential): Ability to communicate clearly, articulately, and professionally in both verbal and written forms.

• Care Qualifications (Desirable): A Level 3 or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline or level of care.

• First Aid (Desirable): A valid First Aid qualification, or a willingness to undertake this training within your first 12 months.

• Agency Collaboration (Desirable): Previous experience working in tandem with external healthcare or support agencies.

• Flexibility: Willingness to undergo regular medical support training and occasionally attend college open events on evenings or Saturdays.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency.

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming SEND school in Selly Oak, dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for pupils with complex learning needs. The school promotes independence, celebrates every achievement and provides a supportive team environment where staff work together to help pupils reach their full potential.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time Personal Care Assistant on a long-term basis from September. The successful Personal Care Assistant will support pupils with complex learning needs throughout the school day, providing personal care, including toileting where required, assisting with learning activities and encouraging pupils to develop confidence and independence in a safe and caring environment.

The successful Personal Care Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly complex learning needs
• Experience providing personal care, including toileting, with dignity and compassion
• A calm, patient and caring approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get stuck in

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Care Assistant – S65 (Rotherham)
We are currently seeking 2 dedicated Care Assistants to provide overnight support for a client with complex health needs in the S65 area of Rotherham.
Hours
• Regular shift: 10:00pm – 8:00am
• 20 hours per week
• Additional shifts may be available to cover leave and emergencies
Pay
£14.06 per hour
Role Overview
You will be providing overnight care for a client with complex healthcare requirements, ensuring safety, comfort, and wellbeing throughout the night.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care
• Support with:
o Tracheostomy care
o Ventilator support
o Oxygen therapy
• Monitor wellbeing and respond to any changes in condition
• Maintain accurate records where required
• Ensure the client’s dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Able to use their own initiative
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Kind, friendly, and approachable
• Confident maintaining confidentiality
• Comfortable working independently overnight
Experience with complex care is desirable, but full training may be provided for the right candidate.

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity? We are seeking an enthusiastic Personal Care Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Newham and work as a SEN Teaching Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Personal Care Teaching Assistant or someone looking to develop a career supporting children with special educational needs. If you are a caring and proactive Personal Care Teaching Assistant , we would love to hear from you. This Personal Care Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.

This position is based in Newham and involves working as a SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs. The school provides a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Staff in Newham work closely together to deliver high-quality support and ensure every child receives the care and encouragement they need. Located in Newham , the school is committed to ongoing education and training and offers excellent professional development opportunities for all staff. This role in Newham is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting pupils both academically and with their personal care needs.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with classroom activities, personal care, communication, mobility, and daily routines while promoting independence and dignity. You will work alongside teachers and other professionals to help create a positive and engaging learning environment tailored to each pupil's individual needs.

The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic, reliable, and committed to supporting children with additional needs. Previous experience is beneficial but not essential, as comprehensive education and training will be provided. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.

In return, you will benefit from a welcoming team, ongoing education and training , opportunities for career progression, and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people in a supportive educational environment.

Apply today to begin a rewarding career as a SEN Teaching Assistant and help pupils thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Job Purpose and work duties
Job purpose:
A part time Personal Assistant is required to join a friendly team, to assist with the day-to-day activities enabling the employer to maintain an independent and fulfilling life that meets their chosen lifestyle.
Work Duties will include:
Helping with
o Personal Care
o Domestic tasks e.g. laundry, housework and meal preparation.
o Shopping
o Outdoor walking/exercise
o Taking me to appointments
o Assisting with leisure activities

Supporting
• With mobility, ensuring the employers safety
• Moving and Handling

Undertaking activities for employer
• Ensuring employers home is hygienic and safe

Other requirements
• Working in a safe way and highlighting health and safety concerns
• Assisting with management of employer’s health risks
• Establish and maintain effective communication
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Supporting with Catheter care


Location
• Within the employer’s home and surrounding area of Birmingham
• B24 0LU


Hours and rate of pay £12.71 per hour.
• 21 hours per week 3 hours per day over 7 days
• Paid annual leave
• Optional Pension enrolment

Requirements for applicant
• Experience of providing care
• Driver Required
• Good sense of humour
• Patience
• Ability to understand and deliver the needs of the employer
• Ability to undertake domestic activities
• Flexible, reliable and honest
• Good general fitness
• An enhanced DBS check will be required


• ‘Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of our customer. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by ‘People Places Lives (PPL)’

Are you a passionate and experienced SEND Learning Support Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity?

We are currently working with the fantastic SEND settings/schools across Loughborough who will be looking for experienced and passionate teaching assistants to join them in the new academic year.

Not only are we looking for teaching assistants for long term/temp to perm roles but we are also looking for people for day to day/short term roles as well.

This role could possibly involve personal care duties . You may never need to provide this but you must be comfortable and willing to undertake personal care as part of your role if needed.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience working with children with SEND
• A kind, patient and understanding approach
• Strong communication skills
• Empathy, compassion and resilience
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s development

Working within SEND settings is incredibly rewarding, offering the chance to make a real and lasting difference every day.

As one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, we are committed to supporting your career every step of the way:

• A dedicated consultant available 24/7 for support and onboarding
• Access to a Guaranteed Payment Scheme* (T&Cs apply)
• Free CPD training and certificates via the My-Progression platform
• Competitive, market-leading pay rates
• Referral bonus – earn up to £100 for successful recommendations*

All staff are paid via PAYE , ensuring full transparency with no hidden deductions or umbrella company fees.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your SEND career, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and we’ll be in touch shortly to discuss this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.