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Personal Care Assistant – SEN School

Job details
Posting date: 06 January 2026
Salary: £102 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 February 2026
Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Company: senploy
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 198922

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Summary

✨ Personal Care Assistant - SEN School ✨

Location: Oldham
Contract: Full-time / Part-time (term-time only)
Start Date: January 2026

Pay rate: From £102 per day

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive SEN school through our education agency.

About the Role
As a Personal Care Assistant, you will support students who require additional help with their daily personal care needs. Your role will be essential in helping pupils access learning, develop independence, and feel safe and supported throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide personal care support including toileting, changing, hygiene, and mobility assistance
• Offer 1:1 or small-group support to students with complex needs
• Assist with feeding and mealtime routines where required
• Promote dignity, independence, and emotional wellbeing
• Work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and the wider school team
• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding protocols at all times

What We're Looking For
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential)
• A caring, patient and non-judgemental approach
• Willingness to support personal care needs
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer
• Competitive daily rates
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive agency team on hand whenever you need us
• Opportunities for long-term or permanent placements

If you're ready to make a positive impact and support young learners to thrive, we'd love to hear from you!

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This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.

Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

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