Health Care Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education organization in the United Kingdom seeks educators who can support children and work effectively in teams. The ideal candidate will have strong numeracy, literacy skills, and relevant qualifications. Opportunities for continuous professional development, training, and resources are provided to help staff advance their careers.

Benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Technology discounts

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for pupils of the relevant age, preferably with SEND needs.
• Understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education.
• Possess good organisational and time-keeping skills.

Skills

Strong numeracy and literacy skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work constructively as part of a team

Effective use of ICT to support learning

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent for Health Care Assistant

Basic first aid training

Job description

What skills and experience we’re looking for

Essential Knowledge and Experience:

• Relate well to both children and adults.
• Handle interactions with tact and sensitivity.
• Understand school procedures for first aid and medical emergencies.
• Work effectively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities.
• Have general experience in supervising children.
• Experience working with or caring for pupils of the relevant age, preferably with SEND needs.
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to relate well to both children and adults.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Effective use of ICT to support learning.
• Proficiency with equipment technology, such as interactive whiteboards and photocopiers.
• Knowledge of relevant policies, codes of practice, and legislation.
• Basic understanding of child development and learning.
• Ability to self‑evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Undertake relevant training, such as basic first aid.
• NVQ3 or equivalent for Health Care Assistant, or equivalent experience/qualifications.
• Understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.

Personal Qualities:

• Possess good organisational and time‑keeping skills.
• Use initiative and make decisions in collaboration with your line manager.
• Be motivated to develop your own practice.
• Be perceptive and sensitive to the needs of others.
• Have a good sense of humour.
• Show resilience.

What the school offers its staff:

• Endless Growth Opportunities: Access to ongoing professional development to help you thrive in your career.
• Thriving Partnerships: Strong collaborations with schools to enhance your impact and network.
• A Happy and Supportive Team: Work alongside a motivated, friendly, and encouraging group of professionals. We are committed to helping you achieve your professional goals.
• Comprehensive Training and Development: NEST supports the continuous growth of all our staff.
• Course and Qualification Opportunities: Enhance your skills for your current role or prepare for future opportunities.
• Career Advancement: Gain qualifications that can help you progress within the organisation.
• Resources You Deserve: A well‑equipped environment with the tools and support you need to succeed.
• Innovative Culture: Join an organisation that values creativity, teamwork, and fresh ideas.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy staff benefits like the Cycle to Work scheme and technology discounts.
• Special Discounts: Gain access to CSSC Benefits, BHN Extras and Blue Light Card savings, making your life outside work even better.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.