Job Reference:
ATR52217
Application deadline:
06/07/2025
Salary:
£20,391.00 - £20,995.00
Job Description
Job Title:
SEND Care Support
Salary:
£20,391 - £20,995
Location:
Across all sites but based at Springfield
Hours and Weeks per Year:
30 Hours a week/ 52 Weeks per year
At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors.
Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others.
We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story!
In the role of SEND Care Support, you’ll predominantly be based at Springfield 6th form centre and your focus will be on providing high quality personal cares and providing medical support to student within the college.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Meeting students and liaising with parents and external agencies to complete health risk assessments.
- Ensuring accurate monitoring and record-keeping.
Ideally, you’ll have:
- A level 3 qualification in a related area or equivalent ability and demonstrable experience in providing personal care and administering medication.
- The ability to work within a team, communicate effectively, and enjoy working with young people with SEND needs.
- The capability to demonstrate our College values of Kindness, Unity, and Excellence in your role.
Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.
We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.
Closing Date: 6/7/25 11:59pm
(We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)
Proposed Interview Date: 11/7/25
If you have any queries about the role or the application process please contact hrenquiry@kirkleescollege.ac.uk Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam and junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted once you have applied.
As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.