Pupil Support Assistant

Role SUPPORT STAFF School Heltwate School Heltwate School, Heltwate, Bretton Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Headteacher Mrs Alison Ashworth No. On Roll 214 Job Number 80959270 Apply by email Email: recruitment@heltwate.net Closing Date 24 Sept 2026 Advert Heltwate School Job Description: Pupil Support Assistant Main Purpose: To work as part of a team to ensure safety, wellbeing and social aspects of the pupil’s development before, during and after the break and lunchtimes periods. Main Duties and Responsibilities o    Under the guidance of the class teacher undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils. o    To supervise pupils, during the break and lunch period, on the playgrounds, in the dining hall and school premises, ensuring the safety, welfare, physical and mental wellbeing of pupils and the maintenance of good order and discipline. o    To provide personal/intimate care to pupils as required. o    Assist with the administration of medication and/or feeds as required. o    To report to the Deputy Headteacher at the beginning of the contracted day to receive any instructions with regard to duties. o    To deal with behaviour of pupils in accordance with the school behaviour policy, reporting any incidents using the school’s online systems as appropriate. o    To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, providing emotional support where necessary. o    To arrange and supervise appropriate activities under the direction of the Deputy Headteacher. o    To ensure that all pupils who suffer any injury or accident are dealt with appropriately in accordance with the school’s agreed procedures. o    To promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils in accordance with the school’s Child Protection and other relevant policies. o    To supervise pupils on the school premises in the event of bad weather. o    Work within the classroom and undertake support activities with the pupils as directed by the class teacher. Supporting the pupils Aid the learning, social and independent skills of pupils by: o    Clarifying and explaining instructions. o    Ensuring that the child is able to use the equipment and materials provided in safe a manner. o    Motivating and encouraging the child as required. o    Modelling appropriate manners, behaviours and social expectations. o    To encourage all pupils to eat, assist children with feeding, cutting, pouring etc where necessary. o    Support pupils with toileting needs to aid independence as required. o    Developing appropriate resources to support the pupil/pupils. o    Provide targeted support as directed by the class teacher and/or other agencies. Supporting the school o    Be aware of, and comply with policies and procedures, e.g. child safeguarding, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. o    Accompany staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required. o    Develop and maintain effective relationships with other staff, parents and carers and external professionals. o    Take part in training and attend meetings, which are appropriate to the job role as directed by the Headteacher. VACANCY :                Pupil Support Assistant Start:                           ASAP Salary:                        Approx £12,000 per annum Scale point 6:07 Contract type:           Part time – 20 hours per week. Term time only 10am-2pm (some flexibility may be possible) Contract term:           Permanent Location:                    Across any of our three sites, Bretton & Dogsthorpe Key dates Apply by:                   Thursday 24 th September 4pm Interviews:                 Week commencing 5 th October Heltwate School is a welcoming and supportive special school for pupils aged 4 to 19 years.  All students have an Education Health Care Plan and we work collectively to support their severe and complex needs. We currently have vacancies to join Heltwate School as a Pupil Support Assistant. The successful candidates will support pupils in the classroom, during the break and lunchtime period and support with their personal care routines. Heltwate School believes in giving all pupils the best learning experiences and enabling each of them to achieve their potential and develop important life skills in preparation for adulthood. We are looking for someone who: §  Is able to work under the guidance of the class teacher and other staff as part of a team as well as using your own initiative to support pupils §  Is calm and patient §  Is reliable and has a sense of humour §  Is highly organised and has excellent time management skills §  Has a positive and professional attitude and is a quick learner §  Enjoys working with children and is prepared to develop relationships with challenging children §  Is committed to our school ethos of care and support for all pupils We can offer you: §  A welcoming, friendly and warm environment §  E