Peafield Lane Academy 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 Personal Care Assistant to join our team. This role will involve supporting children  to deliver high quality support  to an individual child or small group of children who have additional needs to enable them to effectively access education.

Your role will be crucial in helping every child feel safe, happy, and able to achieve their potential.

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 on 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:

Will be a positive influence on the climate and culture of the Flying High Partnership and be a positive example at all times.

 Is aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, copyright etc. reporting all concerns to your line manager.

 Is aware of and supportive of difference and ensure equal opportunities for all.

Will contribute to the overall aims of the Flying High Partnership by engaging as an active member of the Central Team.

 Will attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.

 Will participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.

 Will recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others.

Will be a flexible and supportive member of the team.

 Will perform any other task under the reasonable direction of your Line Manager which could include assisting in other areas of the Central Team and schools.

 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.

Access to extensive, high-quality CPL at every stage of your career, including opportunities to grow as a leader.

The opportunity to progress across the partnership, realising your career ambitions.

Access to an employee assistance programme that offers specialist support, including counselling, financial support, and legal advice.

A fantastic working environment, with a team that works together for the benefit of the children in our schools.

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children every day

Application Details

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or find out more, please contact the school office.

Early application is advised, as we may 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.