Personal Care Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	£26,427–£28,153 FTE actual salary £15,496-£16,508
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Bristol, BS32 4JG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	25 Sept 2026
Closing date:	6 Oct 2026

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Summary

Personal Care Assistant – SGS Pegasus School Full-time equivalent salary: £26,427–£28,153 per annum (actual salary for part-time, term time only working £15,496-£16,508) Plus, generous pension and sick pay scheme 25 hours per week, 9:30am-2:30pm Monday-Friday Term time only, Permanent Do you believe that every child deserves to be cared for with dignity, compassion and respect? Do you want a role where your support helps children feel comfortable, confident and ready to engage in learning? We are looking for a Personal Care Assistant to join our dedicated team supporting pupils within our Connect One pathway. This role is ideal for someone who is caring, patient and committed to helping children with additional needs develop their independence, wellbeing and daily living skills. At Pegasus, Personal Care Assistants play a vital role in ensuring pupils feel safe, comfortable and valued throughout the school day. Working closely with teaching and therapy teams, you will support pupils with personal care routines, health and wellbeing needs, and help them access learning opportunities while promoting dignity and independence at all times. What you'll do: Provide high-quality personal care support, including toileting, nappy changing and hygiene routines where required Promote pupils' independence by encouraging self-care, communication and daily living skills Build positive, trusting relationships that help children feel secure and supported Work closely with teachers and other professionals to meet pupils' individual needs Support pupils to access learning and participate fully in school life Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues regarding pupil wellbeing and progress Help create a safe, positive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive Who you are: A kind, patient and reliable individual who understands the importance of dignity and respectful care Experienced in supporting children or young people with additional needs, including those who are pre-verbal Comfortable supporting personal care routines Able to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with pupils, families and colleagues Calm, resilient and able to respond sensitively to a range of needs and situations Committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people Passionate about helping pupils develop confidence, independence and life skills About us: Pegasus School is a specialist school for children and young people with autism aged 4-19, located in Patchway, South Gloucestershire. We look beyond autism to create personalised academic, social and emotional learning experiences that enable every child to realise their potential. We are proud to provide a supportive, inclusive and nurturing environment where every pupil is valued as an individual. Through tailored learning pathways and dedicated specialist support, we celebrate each child's strengths, achievements and aspirations. Why join us? Become part of a warm, skilled and forward-thinking team that is deeply committed to helping young people flourish. A genuinely inclusive and specialist setting Comprehensive induction and support Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development The chance to work alongside experienced SEND professionals A warm and collaborative team culture Meaningful work where you can see the impact you make every day Our students are curious, resilient and full of potential. We are proud to create an environment where individuality is celebrated and every achievement matters. Local Government Pension Scheme Access to health and wellbeing support services If you're looking for a role where compassion, patience and dedication can have a lasting impact on a child's life, we'd love to hear from you. Closing date: 6th October 2026 Interview date: 12th October 2026 The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.  If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.   The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.

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