About this role
🤝 Personal Care Assistant 📍 Hugh Baird College Campuses, Liverpool 🕓 Term-Time Only | Full-Time and Part-Time Roles Available 💷 £25,255.48 Full-Time Equivalent, pro rata according to hours and weeks worked 🌴 Term-Time Only Contract (36 working weeks) 💼 Local Government Pension Scheme 🎁 Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits Join an Outstanding Team At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured and professional growth is supported. About the Role We are seeking caring, dedicated and motivated Personal Care Assistants to support students with a range of learning difficulties, disabilities, medical needs and additional support requirements across our College campuses. Working as part of our Learner Support team, you will play a vital role in helping students access their chosen curriculum, develop independence and participate fully in College life. The role involves providing personal care, mobility support, wellbeing support and assistance both in and outside of the classroom environment. You will work closely with teaching staff, Learning Support Assistants and wider support teams to ensure students receive the highest standards of care while progressing academically and socially during their time at College. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with SEND and is committed to helping learners achieve their full potential in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. Interested candidates are advised to apply early as vacancies may close once suitable candidates are identified. • Provide personal care, mobility and wellbeing support to learners in line with individual support plans. • Support students during lessons, breaks, lunch periods, arrivals and departures, promoting independence and confidence. • Assist learners with accessing College facilities, moving safely around campus and participating in educational visits. • Support students with medical and care needs, including supervising medication and administering emergency medication following appropriate training. • Work closely with lecturers and support staff to help learners achieve their EHCP and individual learning targets. • Encourage participation, engagement and positive social interactions while supporting emotional wellbeing. • Maintain accurate records and contribute to student reviews, support plans and progress monitoring.