Care Assistants

Hours of work: 30 Hours Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc. (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Fixed term: until 22 July 2024 Closing date: 12pm Friday 1 November 2024 For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: The Southfield Trust Lindfield Road Hampden Park Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 0BQ Phone: 01323 502988 Email: [email protected] Website: www.thesouthfieldtrust.com Join Our Team The Southfield Trust is seeking dedicated and passionate Care Assistants to join our vibrant team in a rewarding educational environment. We offer the opportunity to work in an urban setting, supporting a diverse group of SEN students to achieve their full potential. The Role As a Care Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our teaching staff and engaging with our pupils. Your responsibilities will include: Delivering high quality care Assisting students with personal hygiene Helping to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment Monitoring and recording student progress Assisting with the management of classroom resources and setup About You We are looking for candidates who have: A genuine passion for the well-being of children with special educational needs Committed to personal care and the well-being of pupils Skilled in creating a clean and nurturing learning environment A team player who values collaboration and communication Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential We Offer A supportive and welcoming staff team Opportunities for professional development A dynamic and creative work environment Contract This is a fixed term contract until 22nd July 2025 with the possibility of an extension. The paid hours of work are 30 per week (6 hours each day) - Monday to Friday This is a term time only post which is paid for 45.05 weeks per year. As this post is part time / term time only the salary will be pro rata of the full-time figure Single Status 2.4 (£22,366) and is £15,667 per year. As part of your contract, you are required to work an additional 5 days during the holidays to cover clubs. These days can be spread throughout the year or completed in one week, depending on the requirements of your allocated school site. You will be paid for these additional hours with your contracted hourly rate. You can also claim for additional hours worked while taking part in after school clubs. Apply Now For more information about the Trust please visit our website: www.thesouthfieldtrust.com Visits to a Trust school are encouraged - please email your contact details to the HR team at [email protected] if you would like to arrange a visit or for more information. Candidates should be prepared to work at any one of our school sites. Please complete a support-staff application form for this post, which can be accessed via the Vacancies tab on our website along with the Job Description and Person Specification. The closing date for this position is midday, on Friday 1st November 2024. Interview date TBC. If you do not receive a response to your application by Friday 15th November, you can assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer overseas sponsorship We look forward to receiving your application. We do not accept CVs. Your application will be accepted if sent by email to: [email protected] The Southfield Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory DBS Enhanced clearance and references. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. Additional InformationWork Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency's Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check . All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.