Personal Care Assistant

PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT AT WESTCROFT SCHOOL Name and Location of School: Westcroft School, Greenacres Avenue, Wolverhampton, WV10 8NZ Salary Scale and Point: CLPT07 - CLPT11 £26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Pro Rata Job Term: Part Time, Term Time Only Appointment Type: Permanent Hours: 09:00 - 14:45 Monday to Friday inclusive Start Date: 01/09/2026 Westcroft School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Personal Care Assistant to support the provision of personal and practical assistance in personal care to our pupils. Westcroft School is rated “good” by Ofsted and is situated in Wolverhampton. We are a special school for pupils with complex cognitive difficulties whose age range is 5 to 19 years, who are seeking to appoint a motivated, dedicated and driven Care Assistant. We are an Academy School, part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT). We strive to ensure our children receive an education which inspires and promotes positive learning and ensure that rigorous CPD supports all staff in becoming the best they can be. Core Responsibilities: Enable the safe personal care of vulnerable pupils Provide intimate personal care to pupils when needed Support pupils with toileting plans Follow intimate care policy and procedures Complete standard checklist Support with pupils’ personal feeding programmes and undertake any training that may be necessary. Essential Qualifications & Experience : Relevant professional qualifications or willingness to undertake training Experience in a similar role or transferable skills from a related field Strong knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, and best practices Experience of working in a school Has worked with SEND pupils; particularly those with complex learning needs Ability to improvise and adapt at short notice Excellent behaviour management skills Training & Development : Commitment to ongoing professional development Participation in relevant training to maintain up-to-date knowledge Key Skills & Attributes: Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail Applicant Qualities We are looking for someone who is: Flexible, adaptable and creative and able to respond positively to change. Has a drive for excellence and a desire to be outstanding. Is highly organised, motivated and driven to succeed. Is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of ALL students. Is a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students. Will uphold and promote the ethos and values of the school. A good team player. In return we can offer: Strong supportive partnerships with parents and the wider community A happy, stimulating and safe learning environment Dedicated staff comm