Client Job Description – Learning Support Assistant (Personal Care)

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant – Personal Care

Job Purpose:

To provide appropriate learning support and personal care assistance to an individual, ensuring their safety, comfort, dignity and independence. The role involves supporting the client with daily activities, personal hygiene and learning needs while encouraging confidence, social interaction and the development of life skills.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting, where required.
• Support the client with daily living activities while promoting independence and personal choice.
• Assist with learning activities and encourage the development of communication, social and practical life skills.
• Provide one-to-one support during educational and recreational activities.
• Help the client follow daily routines and maintain a safe, comfortable environment.
• Support mobility and movement where necessary.
• Offer emotional reassurance, encouragement and positive behaviour support.
• Monitor the client's general wellbeing and report any concerns or changes to the appropriate person.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect the client's privacy and dignity at all times.
• Follow safeguarding procedures, health and safety guidelines and individual care plans.
• Work collaboratively with family members, teachers, healthcare professionals and other support staff.

Skills and Qualities Required:

• Caring, patient and compassionate attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of personal care and individual support needs.
• Ability to encourage learning and independence.
• Respectful, reliable and responsible approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and dignity in care.

Overall Aim:

To provide high-quality, person-centred support that meets the individual's personal care and learning needs, promotes independence, improves quality of life and enables them to participate fully in everyday activities.