Special School Nurse Assistant

Central London Community NHS; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community healthcare organization is seeking a motivated healthcare assistant to support children with health needs in special schools. The role involves working closely with registered nurses, administering medications, and ensuring effective service delivery. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex health needs and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction into community services

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Training, support, and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with complex health needs.
• Competencies in clinical care skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Support registered nurses and carry out heights and weights.
• Administer medications in accordance with CLCH policies.
• Participate in developing and implementing evidence-based practice.

Skills

Competence in medication administration

Understanding of confidentiality

Knowledge of safeguarding children and young people

Clinical measurement skills (height, weight)

Experience working with diverse communities

Education

Diploma Level (or NVQ4 in Health & Social Care) or equivalent

Care certificate or working towards it

Evidence of ongoing professional development working with children up to NVQ level 3

Job description

Employer heading

Band 4

Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing services to diverse communities across 11 London Boroughs—Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster—and Hertfordshire.

Rated Good by the Care Quality Commission and ranked among top NHS employers, our focus and passion lie in community healthcare. We champion the role of community health professionals to ensure patients receive excellent care closer to home.

Job overview

The Barnet Special School Nursing team seeks a flexible, motivated, and highly skilled healthcare assistant to support children and young people with health needs in attending school and reaching their potential.

Based in Oakleigh School and Maple Down, we also provide outreach services to Oak Lodge and Northway. Travel between sites may be required for tasks such as heights and weights, so excellent service delivery to pupils and professional partners is essential.

Working in special schools is highly rewarding. Our small, friendly team looks forward to welcoming you.

To arrange an informal visit, please contact Katie Gallagher-Moran (Team Lead) at Tel [phone] Ext 6 or via email.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will have experience working with children with complex healthcare and additional needs. You should demonstrate a commitment to professional development, flexibility to meet service needs, and the ability to work both as part of a team and autonomously, as you may be the sole nursing team member on site at times.

Your responsibilities include supporting registered nurses, carrying out heights and weights, completing continence assessments, liaising with various agencies, supporting training for Learning Support Assistants/Teaching Assistants, and administering medications in accordance with CLCH policies. You will also participate in developing and implementing evidence-based practice within the team to support children’s attendance and achievement in school.

The team offers support and training to help you develop in your role.

Interviews are scheduled for 22nd April 2025.

Working for our organisation

We care about your well-being and offer:

• A comprehensive induction into community services and local induction
• Car lease scheme (available for Band 5 and above)
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Training, support, and career development opportunities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the full job description, person specification, and trust values for detailed skills, knowledge, and experience requirements.

Person specification

Education/Qualification

• Evidence of ongoing professional development working with children up to NVQ level 3
• Care certificate or working towards it
• Competencies in clinical care skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding children
• Diploma Level (or NVQ4 in Health & Social Care) or equivalent
• Makaton/BSL course
• Medicine management course

Experience

• Experience working with children and young people with complex health needs
• Experience in a special school environment
• Experience documenting in clinical settings
• Experience liaising with professionals
• Experience handling telephone queries independently
• Ability to carry out continence assessments
• Experience working in culturally diverse communities

Skills and Knowledge

• Competence in medication administration
• Stock and equipment management
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Knowledge of safeguarding children and young people
• Computer literacy (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with enteral feeding and suctioning
• Clinical measurement skills (height, weight)
• Experience with clinical systems (e.g., Emiss)
• Understanding epilepsy care
• Knowledge of clinical supervision
• Experience working with diverse communities

Other

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a car (unless disabled as per the Equality Act 2010)

Due to high application volume, this vacancy may close early. Please apply promptly if interested and qualified. Only candidates demonstrating how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted. Interview notifications will be sent via email. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, or disability. We are committed to workforce equality, with active networks supporting BAME and LGBTQI staff.

We work flexibly.

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Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020; a Disclosure will be required.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please submit your application promptly to avoid disappointment.