Job description
Empower Young Lives: School Health Care Support Worker Opportunity in Christchurch
Job title: School Health Care Support Worker
Location: Christchurch
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting children’s health and wellbeing?
Do you possess the skills and commitment to provide tailored care for pupils with diverse medical and special educational needs? GSL Education are seeking a School Health Care Support Worker to join a reputable school in Christchurch, offering an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives.
About The Role:
As a School Health Care Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in assisting pupils with medical conditions, physical disabilities and learning difficulties. You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and medical professionals to create a nurturing and inclusive school environment. This role is ideal for someone with a background in healthcare or SEN support who is eager to make a tangible difference in children's education and well-being.
Responsibilities of School Health Care Support Worker:
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support for students with healthcare needs.
- Assist pupils with medical interventions, personal care and mobility support, following individual healthcare plans.
- Monitor and record students’ health and well-being, reporting any concerns to relevant staff.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents and healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student care.
- Foster an inclusive and supportive school environment that promotes independence and confidence among students.
- Administer basic first aid and support students with medication management as required.
- Assist in classroom activities, adapting tasks to meet the needs of pupils with additional requirements.
The successful candidate will:
- Prior experience as a Health Care Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, or Support Worker in an educational or healthcare setting.
- A qualification in Health and Social Care, Childcare, or a related field (desirable).
- Understanding of child safeguarding and first aid procedures (training can be provided).
- Compassion, patience and a proactive approach to supporting pupils with complex needs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to emergencies.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Choose GSL Education?
- Reflecting your skills and dedication to making a difference.
- Access to specialised training and career development opportunities.
- Collaborate with a team of education professionals who share your vision.
- Opportunities to suit your schedule and career aspirations.
- Play a crucial role in transforming the lives of young people.
Join Us Today!
If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for supporting students with autism, GSL Education would be delighted to have you on board. Join us as a School Health Care Support Worker in Christchurch and help create brighter futures for young learners.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘School Health Care Support Worker’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.