Healthcare Assistant

Term Time Teachers; Westerham; Hybrid; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational staffing agency is seeking an experienced Healthcare Assistant for a role at a boarding school near Westerham. The position involves supporting students with physical disabilities and complex medical needs, ensuring their independence and personal development. Candidates must be empathetic, flexible, and have relevant experience. Competitive daily rates and flexible shifts are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates (including holiday pay)

Flexible work hours

Refer a friend bonus

Optional pension

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with disabilities.
• Willingness to undergo Enhanced DBS check.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with daily living activities.
• Follow and implement care plans for student well-being.
• Maintain accurate records as per school policies.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Patience

Education

Experience in healthcare

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

Location: Westerham

Pay: £13.85 per hour

Contract: Long term, with opportunity to become permanent.

Hours: Various shift patterns available. Driving license essential.

About the Role

At Term Time Teachers, we are looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant to join a boarding school near Westerham. In this role, you will support students with physical disabilities and complex medical needs, enabling them to achieve meaningful independence and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist students with daily living activities, including personal care, mealtime assistance, and mobility support.
• Implement and follow care plans to ensure the well-being and safety of students.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and support.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with school policies and procedures.

Shift Patterns

• Pattern 1: Monday to Friday, 12:30 PM - 9:30 PM
• Pattern 2: Monday to Friday, 8:45 AM - 4:00 PM, with Friday 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
• Pattern 3: Monday to Thursday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with Friday 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

About You

• Empathetic and patient, with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on students' lives.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs of students.
• Committed to upholding the highest standards of care and safeguarding.
• Must have experience.
• Must hold DBS or be willing to apply for one.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates (including holiday pay)
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Refer a friend and earn £75 for Nursery/TA & £125 for Qualified Teacher
• Flexibility
• Pension (Optional)

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB)