SEN Personal Care Assistant - Primary (Waterlooville)
Prospero Teaching is seeking calm, compassionate, and reliable SEN Personal Care Assistants to join a specialist primary school in Waterlooville. The school supports pupils across EYFS and primary ages with a wide range of additional needs, including autism, sensory processing differences, communication challenges, learning disabilities, complex medical needs, and barriers to accessing learning.
We also welcome applications from candidates interested in ad‑hoc supply work, including day‑to‑day, short‑term, and long‑term cover-ideal for those seeking flexible, meaningful work within a nurturing SEN environment.
Key Responsibilities
Providing personalised care and support to pupils with a variety of physical, sensory, and communication needs
Assisting children who may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation, sensory overload, or difficulties with transitions
Supporting personal care routines such as toileting, feeding, hygiene, and mobility, always promoting dignity and independence
Encouraging engagement through play‑based, sensory‑led, therapeutic, and differentiated activities
Promoting emotional wellbeing, safety, and positive behaviour throughout the school day
Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, and developing life skills
Building trusting, consistent relationships using calm, clear, and reassuring communication
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to deliver holistic, child‑centred care
Contract Details
Location: Waterlooville
Position: SEN Personal Care Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full‑time with temp‑to‑perm pathways; ad‑hoc supply also available
Working Hours: 09:00 - 15:00
Pay Rate: £16,448.91-£17,139.89
Requirements
To be considered, you must:
Have the Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child‑barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
Provide professional references covering the last 24 months
Hold a Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education, or health & social care or have relevant SEN or personal care experience
What We Offer
Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de‑escalation
Access to our specialist in‑house Training & Development Team
Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
A warm, inclusive school environment with strong staff culture and opportunities for progression
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