Healthcare Assistant

Ridgeway School; Bedford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Ridgeway School in Bedford, a specialist needs school, seeks a Healthcare Assistant to inspire and support pupils aged 3-19 with diverse needs. The role is permanent, six hours daily with flexible start and finish times, and no prior healthcare qualification is required—just a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

You will receive a full induction to help you succeed. Ridgeway School prioritises safeguarding and inclusive recruitment practices.

Qualifications

• No specific healthcare qualification required; a great attitude is valued.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are important for supporting pupils.
• Ability to understand and adapt to diverse needs within an inclusive educational setting.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Great communicator

Empathy for diverse needs

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? Our dynamic special needs school is looking for a Healthcare Assistant to inspire, support and nurture our incredible pupils.

Qualities we seek:

• Compassionate and patient nature
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathy and understanding towards diverse needs
• Eagerness to learn and grow in an inclusive educational setting
• Dedication to fostering a positive and nurturing environment

Ridgeway School is a special needs school and college in Bedford, providing education for pupils aged 3-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.

Our school site on Hill Rise supports pupils from Early Years to Key Stage 4 with the majority of students continuing on to 6th form.

The post is permanent working 6 hours daily with flexible start and finish times (between 8.30 - 9.30am and 2.45 - 3.45pm). Part-time requests will be considered for a reduced number of days, however the working hours are fixed. You will be provided with a full induction programme to give you the training you need to succeed. You are not required to have any specific healthcare qualification or school-based experience, just a great attitude!

Ridgeway School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, proof of the right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from at least your last two employers, evidence of required qualifications and medical clearance.

Following the acceptance of your interview, an online check will be carried out as detailed in the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.

Ridgeway School are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job and anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.