Healthcare Assistant: Autism & SEMH Support (FT, Immediate)

Academics Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Aylesbury is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to support pupils with autism and SEMH needs in a specialist educational setting. This full-time, temporary role requires hands-on care, patience and resilience to help young people develop confidence and independence.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, assist with personal care, monitor wellbeing, and collaborate with teachers and healthcare staff to implement individual care plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in care roles or similar hands-on support is desirable.
• Comfortable providing personal care and assisting with daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group care and support to pupils with autism and SEMH needs.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, dressing and daily living tasks as required.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Follow individual healthcare, care and support plans.
• Monitor pupils' wellbeing and report concerns to staff.
• Encourage independence, confidence and participation in school activities.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment and work with the wider team.

Skills

Care experience

Job description

Academics Ltd in Aylesbury is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to support pupils with autism and SEMH needs in a specialist educational setting. This full-time, temporary role requires hands-on care, patience and resilience to help young people develop confidence and independence.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, assist with personal care, monitor wellbeing, and collaborate with teachers and healthcare staff to implement individual care plans.