Compassionate School Healthcare Assistant (Part-Time)

Bramingham Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Bramingham Primary School is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our school community. In this part‑time permanent role, you will provide essential support for pupils with physical and medical needs, ensuring they can participate safely and achieve their maximum potential.

Hours are 10.00 am to 2.45 pm; start date is immediate. We offer a supportive leadership team, staff development, and wellbeing programs.

Qualifications

• Caring and empathetic approach toward children with diverse physical and medical health needs.
• High attention to detail and adherence to safety policies and confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to undergo relevant training (including first aid and medication administration).

Responsibilities

• Medication Management: Safely book in/out, store, and administer standard medication and controlled drugs strictly in line with school policies, Individual Healthcare Plans, and Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans.
• Student Care & Personal Support: Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, and changing clothes with dignity and respect.
• Health & Welfare Monitoring: Observe, record, and promptly report any changes in a student's condition or circumstances to senior staff, ensuring safety and wellbeing at all times.
• First Aid & Pastoral Support: Deliver first aid and emotional care to children who are upset, ill, injured, or require hygiene-related assistance to minimise distress.
• Communication & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate written and verbal logs of all medical and support activities in accordance with school procedures.
• Professional Development: Stay up to date with all mandatory and role-specific training requirements.

Job description

Bramingham Primary School is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our school community. In this part‑time permanent role, you will provide essential support for pupils with physical and medical needs, ensuring they can participate safely and achieve their maximum potential.

Hours are 10.00 am to 2.45 pm; start date is immediate. We offer a supportive leadership team, staff development, and wellbeing programs.