Intimate Care Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Intimate Care Teaching Assistant
Location: NP16
Contract Type: Full Time
Hours: 8:30am – 2:30pm
Start Date:  January
Pay: £89.38 per day

Teaching Personnel are seeking a compassionate and reliable Intimate Care Assistant to support pupils in a primary school within the NP16 area. This is a vital role for helping children access learning safely, comfortably and with dignity. Experience is beneficial but not essential — full training and support will be provided.

About the Role:

• Provide intimate care to pupils who require support with personal hygiene and toileting
• Assist with changing, mobility needs and general personal care
• Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils who require additional support
• Support children to access the curriculum and remain engaged in classroom activities
• Promote independence, confidence and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with teachers and ALN staff
• Maintain a respectful, discreet and child-centred approach at all times

Ideal Candidate:

• Patient, caring and comfortable with providing intimate personal care
• Confident supporting pupils with additional learning or physical needs
• Strong communication skills and a calm, reassuring manner
• Experience in care, SEN, support work or childcare is helpful but not essential
• Willing to undertake additional training and CPD
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer:

• £89.38 per day (paid weekly)
• Set working hours of 8:30am–2:30pm
• Free CPD including Safeguarding, ALN Awareness and Personal Care training
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout
• Opportunities for long-term roles and further career pathways in education
• A rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children’s lives

If you are caring, proactive and committed to supporting children who need extra help, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like more information, please contact the Newport Primary team on 01633 370 633 / cedrick.matondo@teachingpersonnel.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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