Specialist Pupil Care Assistant

Woodnewton- A Learning Community, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 2NU

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  5 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  22 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,847.00 Annually (FTE) £17134.37 actual

Specialist Pupil Care Assistant job summary

Woodnewton is proud to be part of the Inspiring Futures through Learning (IFtL) family of schools who inspire all of our futures through learning together.  At IFtL we are never alone, we know we are stronger together - one united family striving for excellence for all, in everything we do.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? We are currently looking for a person who can be an advocate for a child with complex medical needs. The role will involve building a relationship with the pupil, supporting not only her intimate care needs but also emotional resilience. Ideally the person appointed would have a qualification/background of working in health and social care.

In this rewarding role, you will support pupils with personal care, wellbeing and inclusion, helping them to access learning and participate fully in school life. You will work closely with teachers, families and external professionals to ensure pupils receive the highest standard of care and support.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with personal care, medical or additional needs.
• Demonstrates empathy, sensitivity and professionalism.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Remains calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• Is committed to promoting pupil independence, wellbeing and inclusion.

Please see the job description for further details.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and play a vital role in helping pupils thrive both academically and personally.

We can offer:

As part of the Inspiring Futures through Learning, successful candidates have access to enhanced family leave, Employee Assistance program, bespoke CPD and auto enrolment in LGPS/Teacher pension. All IFtL employees have access to a benefits platform which offers discount on gym membership, cinema tickets, cycle to work scheme and much more.

Our children and young people come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our colleagues. We aim to reflect and celebrate diversity in our workplace in order to create an inclusive culture that adds real value to our vision of inspiring the futures of us all through learning together.

Inspiring Futures through Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are expected to share this commitment, to follow IFtL’s safeguarding policies and procedures, and to behave appropriately towards children at all times, both in work and in their personal lives.

All school-based posts are defined as Regulated Activity and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced with Barred List Criminal Records Bureau check

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Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Woodnewton- A Learning Community

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 771 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Woodnewton- A Learning Community website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/woodnewton-a-learning-community-corby

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