Personal Care Assistant - School-Based (Oldham)
ASAP Start | Long-Term Role
Educato is working closely with a supportive and inclusive school in Oldham to recruit a Personal Care Assistant for an ASAP start. This is a long-term, full-time position, running Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, ideal for someone with experience in personal care who is passionate about supporting children in an educational setting. DUE TO THE QUICK TURN AROUND OF THIS ROLE, YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE CHILD AND ADULT DBS ON THE UPDATE SERVICE
The Role:
* Providing personal care support to pupils in a school environment
* Assisting with toileting, hygiene, dressing, mobility, and feeding where required
* Supporting pupils with physical needs, including manual handling and physical lifting in line with care plans
* Using hoists and specialist equipment safely and confidently
* Supporting pupils to access learning in a safe, dignified, and nurturing way
* Working closely with class teachers, SEN staff, and the wider pastoral team
* Ensuring safeguarding, dignity, and individual care plans are followed at all times
Requirements:
* Adult and Child Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service ( essential )
* Hoist training and experience with manual handling / physical lifting ( essential )
* Previous experience providing personal care (school, SEN, care, or support setting)
* Calm, patient, and compassionate approach
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality
* Ability to commit to a long-term role
What Educato Offers:
* Long-term, stable position with an ASAP start
* Full-time hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30-3:30
* Ongoing support from a dedicated Educato consultant
* Opportunities for continued work through SENPLOY
If you're an experienced Personal Care Assistant with hoist training, confident with physical lifting, and hold a valid Enhanced DBS on the update service, we would love to hear from you.