🤝 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.

• Experience supporting young people with SEND, learning difficulties, disabilities or additional support needs.
 • Knowledge and understanding of the challenges faced by learners with SEND and the importance of inclusive support practices.
 • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
 • Empathy, patience and a caring approach, with the ability to support learners sensitively and professionally.
 • Good organisational skills and the ability to maintain clear and accurate records.
 • Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
 • First Aid qualification or willingness to undertake First Aid training and other relevant development opportunities.

Please see the attached person specification for the full criteria.

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you: 

Generous holiday allowance 
 

Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays. 

Flexible Working 
 

We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees. 

Medicash 
 

Access to Medicash’s health plans which are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.
 
Pension Scheme 

You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us. 

Professional Development 
 

We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth. 

Industrial Commercial Updates 

Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College. 

Reward and Recognition 
 

Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.
 
Lifestyle Fitness Gym 

You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym. 

Health and Wellbeing 
 

You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme. 
 

Travel 
 

You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.

Retail Discounts 

You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.
 
Blue Light Card
You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.