Care Assistant

About Us:

Whipman Woods is a vibrant and inclusive primary school where children are at the centre of everything we do. We are proud of our warm, welcoming ethos and strong sense of community, where every child is supported to achieve their very best.

Our dedicated staff team works collaboratively to create an environment where curiosity is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and learning is brought to life through a rich, broad, and balanced curriculum. We place high importance on wellbeing, both for our children and our staff, and are committed to nurturing a positive, purposeful culture in which everyone can thrive.

About Flying High:

Flying High Partnership is a thriving multi-academy trust of 35 primary schools across Derbyshire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire. We are driven by a shared vision to be unique, exceptional, and sustainable. Founded in 2012, we believe in the power of meaningful collaboration to help schools reach their full potential while supporting others along the way.

Our Partnership celebrates individuality, champions continuous improvement, and ensures every child thrives. With a strong focus on school-led professional development and leadership, we’re committed to growing exceptional teachers and inspirational leaders.

Together, we make every day count.

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Care Assistant to join our team. You will play a key role in supporting children’s physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development while maintaining a positive and inclusive environment. This is a fixed-term position funded through additional support provision for a named child. The appointment will remain in place whilst funding for the child continues and may cease if the funding is withdrawn or the child leaves the setting.

Key Responsibilities

To work as part of a team in the development of personal care programmes for pupils.

To assist in implementing pupils' own personal care programme during the school day, specifically in relation to practical support for personal hygiene, toileting and continence training, eating and drinking.

To provide personal support with individual medical conditions that may require specialist training.

To provide practical assistance in relation to identified physical needs e.g. dressing, grooming, meal times and organisation of learning equipment.

Keeping records related to personal care

Maintaining daily written communication between home and school.

Maintaining and cleaning personal care equipment and materials, clothing etc. and maintenance of toiletry supplies.

Providing personal assistance to identified pupil/pupils in physical/practical activities e.g. PE, school visits organised by the school etc.

To work in conjunction with other key workers involved in supporting the pupils' educational and health care needs under the guidance of the class teacher, SENCO.

To work within the framework of the school's agreed policies and procedures

To participate in staff meetings, in-service training and courses, when relevant.

Any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities/grade of the post as defined, subject to the proviso that normally any changes of a permanent nature shall be incorporated into the job description in specific terms.

We Are Looking For

• Someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
• A positive and proactive team member who communicates well and works collaboratively with others.
• Someone who values inclusion and believes in the potential of every child.
• A dependable and flexible person who maintains professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Someone who understands the importance of safeguarding and wellbeing in a school setting.

We Can Offer You:

• A commitment to people across our partnership, underpinned by our people principles: adaptability, wellness, recognising achievement, employee voice and engagement, professional development and growth, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• A warm and welcoming school community where every member of staff is valued.
• A supportive and friendly team that works together to create a positive environment for children and staff.
• Opportunities for relevant training and development to help you grow in your role.
• Access to an employee assistance programme offering wellbeing and practical support.
• The chance to make a real difference to children’s lives every day in a rewarding and valued role.

Application Details

We’d love to meet you! Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and offer a great opportunity to see our school in action. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact the school office.

Early applications are strongly encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

Flying High Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.