Education Healthcare Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Bournemouth is seeking an Education Healthcare Assistant to provide personalized support to students with complex needs. This full-time, permanent role offers a chance to make a significant impact in an inclusive educational environment. Responsibilities include delivering tailored support, assisting with personal care, and collaborating with educational professionals. Candidates should have experience in educational or healthcare settings and possess relevant healthcare training. Competitive hourly rates and professional support are provided.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Ongoing professional support

Access to CPD and safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or healthcare support settings.
• Knowledge of working with children with SEN or complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 or small group support tailored to students' needs.
• Assist with personal care and medical routines.
• Promote independence and well-being in the classroom.

Skills

Empathy

Calmness under pressure

Team-oriented attitude

Education

Relevant healthcare training

Job description

Job Title: Education Healthcare Assistant

Job Title: Education Healthcare Assistant
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent

Do you have experience or a strong interest in working within educational or healthcare settings?

GSL Education are inviting applications for the position of Education Healthcare Assistant to join a dedicated school team in Bournemouth. This is a full-time, permanent role offering the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex medical or educational needs.

About the School

This inclusive school stands as a beacon of hope and development for students with moderate to severe learning difficulties. The school fosters a nurturing atmosphere where every learner is respected, supported, and empowered. From early years through to post-16, pupils benefit from highly individualised support, small class sizes, and a curriculum enriched by therapy-based learning and specialist facilities including a hydrotherapy pool and multi-sensory environments.

Your Responsibilities will be to:

• Deliver 1:1 or small group support tailored to the medical and learning needs of students.
• Assist with personal care, medical routines, and mobility needs where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and health professionals.
• Promote independence, safety, and well-being in the classroom and wider school environment.
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to safeguarding protocols.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in an educational, care, or healthcare support setting is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of working with children or young people with SEN or complex needs.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond empathetically to student needs.
• Relevant healthcare training (e.g., first aid, manual handling) is advantageous but not essential.
• Flexibility, patience, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• 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?:

• Competitive hourly rates aligned with experience and responsibilities.
• Permanent, full-time opportunity with ongoing professional support.
• Access to CPD and safeguarding training.
• A dedicated consultant to guide you through your placement journey.

If you're ready to support children in overcoming barriers to learning and thriving both academically and personally, apply now to join GSL Education as an Education Healthcare Assistant in Bournemouth.

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 in the ‘Education Healthcare Assistant’ role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.