*Care Assistants - £14.41/hr - £15.11/hr*

Enhanced rate for unsocial hours between 6pm and 10pm weekdays, 8am to 10pm weekends.

We have a range of Full-time/Part-time job available, e.g.: Various – to be discussed at interview; to include weekend and evening working

Days/Times Term Time only plus INSET Days . Note: We close every other weekend and during school/college holidays. Exact start and finish times on which days will be discussed at interview, details are enclosed within the application pack

Qualifications/Experience A level 3 qualification in health and social care is essential or a commitment to undertake this qualification on starting at St Rose’s

Interview Date To be advised
Starting Date To be agreed
Status: Permanent

St Rose's provision is from 2 to 25 years; a nursery, a non-maintained special school for students from 5 to 19 and St Martin’s an independent specialist college for students from 19 to 25. Our students have physical and sensory disabilities, learning and communication difficulties and complex health needs.

Due to an increase in the numbers of children and young people joining us at our residential school and
college, we have variety of part-time care assistant positions available with shifts that include evenings and weekends. Providing personal care, assisting with eating and drinking, and moving and handling are all important aspects of this role.  You will work closely with other care professionals to create a safe and supportive environment that promotes the independence and dignity of our students. A level 3 qualification in health and social care is required, if you don’t already have this qualification you will need to commence the course once you have joined us.

St Rose’s is an inspiring, stimulating and rewarding place to work, where new challenges abound. We have a strong commitment to support staff in continuing their professional development, and we offer many ways to achieve this. Our staff enjoy a strong sense of community and professional support, as well as a lively and cheerful environment to work in. In addition, there are many other benefits for staff, including a central Stroud location with easy access to buses and trains; on-site parking, attractive grounds, low-cost lunches and subsidised nursery places. We are also offering a joining reward of £100 after the successful completion of 6 months’ probation and a further £100 after the first year of employment. More details of all our benefits can be found in the application pack for candidates.

Candidates will require an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references prior to taking up the post.

For an informal conversation about the position, please see details to the right of this advert.

Applications should be made by application form only. CVs will not be accepted.  For an application form and job description please email by clicking on Apply Now or call the number in the contact details.

To apply for this position, you must have a good understanding and use of written and spoken English. Please note: we are not able to offer sponsorship.

St Rose’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and
expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.