Health Care Assistant

TieTalent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking school seeks a compassionate Health Care Assistant to provide essential support to students with special educational needs. In this rewarding role, you will assist with PEG feeding, help students with personal care, and work closely with educators and medical staff. This position offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of students. If you are dedicated to making an impact in healthcare and education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Valuable experience in health care and education

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN needs is ideal.
• Basic understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with PEG feeding and support students with disabilities.
• Administer medication under guidance and monitor chronic conditions.

Skills

PEG Feeding Training

Compassion

Communication Skills

Patience

Education

Child and Adult Enhanced DBS

Job description

About

Job Title: Health Care Assistant

Job Type: Full time, 8:30am -4pm (7hr shift)

Location: Wandsworth

Salary: £13.50 - £16 per hr *Depending on Experience

Are you a caring, dedicated individual with a passion for helping others? Join a School team as a Health Care Assistant and play a vital role in providing high-quality, compassionate care to students with SEN and Physical needs. We are looking for a PEG Feeding trained Health Care Assistant to make a meaningful impact to students every single day. Apply now to start a rewarding career in healthcare!"

The Role: Health Care Assistant - Wandsworth

As a Health Care Assistant, you will be required to provide PEG Feeding whilst providing support to students with visual and hearing impairments, PMLD and non-verbal Autism.

A Health Care Assistant You Will Be Expected To

• Assist with PEG feeding
• Assist pupils with toileting, washing, and dressing as needed.
• Support children with mobility or physical disabilities
• Administer prescribed medication under guidance (following school and medical protocols).
• Monitor and support students with chronic conditions
• Provide first aid and respond to medical emergencies calmly and appropriately
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and school nurses.
• Keep accurate records of care provided, medication administered, and any incidents.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with safeguarding policies.
  
  

Qualifications And Requirements – Health Care Assistant – Wandsworth

• PEG Feeding Training is required
• Experience working with children with SEN needs is ideal
• Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills.
• Basic understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Child and Adult Enhanced DBS
  
  

Benefits – Health Care Assistant – Wandsworth

In return, the school can offer the successful Health Care Assistant

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in health care and education
  
  

Health Care Assistant – Wandsworth

• Wandsworth, England
  
  

Languages

• English