Healthcare Assistant

Badminton School; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Bristol is seeking a part-time Healthcare Assistant to support the health needs of pupils. The role involves assisting with medical management and promoting health and wellbeing within the school. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and in healthcare settings, with strong interpersonal skills. Additional benefits include free lunch and access to onsite facilities.

Benefits

Free lunch

Free onsite parking

Access to the school gym

Use of heated swimming pool

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting health and wellbeing in an educational setting.
• Ability to effectively manage and assess pupil health needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and care of unwell pupils.
• Support the Senior Nurse with health centre assessments.
• Promote health and wellbeing issues to pupils.

Skills

Previous experience of working with children

Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Excellent organisation and time management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Empathetic and calm approach

Job description

Overview

Hours: This is a part-time position working 29.5 hours a week during term time. Working hours will be 8.00 am to 6.00 pm 3 days per week and 9.00 am to 12 noon every third Saturday. The closing date for this position will be Monday 13th October (8.00 am). Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early. We are looking for an organised and empathetic Healthcare Assistant to support the school.

Responsibilities

• To assist in the management and care of any unwell pupils in school and any pupils who sustain any injury whilst in school.
• Support the Senior Nurse with ensuring every pupil who attends the Health Centre is appropriately assessed and appropriate treatment is actioned.
• Actively promote health and wellbeing issues in school including supporting pupils with managing personal hygiene, sleep hygiene, mental health, healthy eating and exercise.
• Ensure every boarder receives the most appropriate care, advocating on their behalf if necessary.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with children.
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise confidently and sensitively with pupils, parents and external providers.
• Kind, empathetic and calm with a pupil-focused approach.

For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please see the person specification in the candidate brochure.

What We Offer

• Additional benefits: free lunch, free onsite parking, use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times).
• Pension scheme membership (including life cover).

Applicants should be aware that all email communication with HR will be sent via E-teach. We recommend that you check your emails and E-teach account regularly.