Personal Care Specialist Teaching Assistant; Learning Support Assistant

Location: Harris Academy Chobham, 40 Cheering Lane, Newham, E20 1BD

Contract Type: Temporary / Supply
Hours: 08:00 – 16:00

The Person al Care Specialist Teaching Assistant will provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils who require personal care alongside classroom and pastoral support. The role ensures pupils are safe, comfortable, and able to access learning in a supportive and inclusive school environment.

• Provide personal care support, including changing and hoisting
  , in line with care plans and dignity standards.
• Support pupils in the classroom to engage with learning activities under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist pupils with mobility, positioning, and physical support throughout the school day.
• Promote pupils’ independence, confidence, and wellbeing at all times.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and manual handling procedures.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to meet individual pupil needs.
• Monitor and report on pupils’ wellbeing, progress, and any concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality and treat all pupils with respect and dignity.

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school or SEN setting.
• Training and competence in hoisting and personal care (essential).
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Calm, patient, and compassionate approach.
• Ability to follow care plans and work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills with staff and pupils.

• The role is subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.
• Flexibility and reliability are essential due to the temporary nature of the role.

If you think this job role is for you, please send your CV to rebeccabentum@c