Ancillary Assistant

Saxon Hill Academy are seeking to appoint a positive, and caring Ancillary Assistant with experience in personal care within a care or support setting. We are particularly looking for individuals who have worked in the caring sector and have practical experience supporting children or individuals with additional needs. In this role, your main responsibilities will include: Providing personal care, including toileting and changing  Supporting pupils with feeding  Offering general classroom support to teachers and assisting in the care and management of pupils  Full training will be provided, however, applicants should have relevant experience in personal care and a genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs. Saxon Hill Academy is a unique school for children and young people aged 2 to 19 who have complex needs and physical disabilities. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent all-round education which prepares our young people for independent living, as well as the world of work. Those who know our school, often complement its positive family atmosphere, the progress that we help our students to achieve and the happiness they see amongst all our students and staff. They also point to the fact that students are actively focused on supporting each other to do their best.  At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role has the power

to transform a life. Whether you’re supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in

the classroom, or leading with vision, you will be part of something truly

meaningful. Our values — opportunity, integrity, community, and equity — guide everything we do. Our vision is “Opening doors to the world through the power of learning.” We bring this to life through our mission: working together to inspire communities where every school is valued, every voice matters, and every learner thrives. We are a dynamic and growing family of primary, secondary,

and special schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply

committed to their development through high-quality training, apprenticeships,

talent development programmes, and research opportunities, we empower our staff

to thrive as skilled, confident professionals. We champion wellbeing, value

every voice, and foster a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and

inspired to make a real difference. You will join a collaborative network of schools where

shared expertise and a strong professional community drive success. Every

academy within our Trust has an equal voice, and every colleague plays a vital

role in shaping tailored learning experiences that raise aspirations and build

brighter futures. If you have the passion, dedication, and drive to help shape

lives and create futures filled with promise, we would love you to join our

team. Together, let’s make the remarkable happen. We believe every child has t