Personal Care Assistant; PCA

Personal Care Assistant (1:1 KS1 Pupil) – Full Time

• Position: Personal Care Assistant
• Location: Primary School, S81
• Contract Type: Full Time
• Key Stage: KS1
• Start Date: September 2026
• Hours: Monday to Friday, school hours
• Duration: Ongoing
• Pay: Competitive rates, dependent on experience

Connex Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school that is committed to providing a nurturing, supportive, and engaging learning environment for all pupils. The school prides itself on promoting positive relationships, encouraging individual achievement, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to work on a full-time basis supporting a Key Stage 1 pupil on a 1:1 basis.

This rewarding role involves providing personalised support throughout the school day, helping the pupil access learning, develop independence, and participate fully in classroom activities. The successful candidate will also be responsible for supporting the pupil with personal care needs in a respectful and dignified manner.

Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team, you will contribute to creating a positive and inclusive learning experience tailored to the child’s individual needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist pupils with toileting, continence care, and personal hygiene.
• Support with dressing, changing for PE, and maintaining personal cleanliness.
• Assist with eating and drinking where required.
• Follow individual care plans and medical procedures.
• The child supported is in KS1
• Experienced doing PCA with in a primary

• Has experience supporting children with additional needs, either in education, care, or healthcare settings.
• Is comfortable providing personal care support.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Holds an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE.
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• A dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support.
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and flexible work.
• Wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes.
• Referral schemes and recognition incentives.
• A straightforward registration process with ongoing guidance every step of the way.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.