Personal/Medical Care Assistant - Haughton School

Telford and Wrekin Council; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a Personal/Medical Care Assistant to work with children with medical needs at Haughton School in Shrewsbury. The role involves providing personal care and medical support, with training provided. Ideal candidates will have experience in this field. This is a part-time position during term time plus training days. The hourly rate ranges from £12.85 to £13.05.

Benefits

Term Time Plus

Enhanced DBS clearance

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with medical needs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine personal and medical care.
• Support the Medical Care Coordinator.
• Promote safeguarding policies.

Skills

Experience with medical needs

Ability to work with children

Job description

Job Overview

Permanent 25 hours per week

Haughton School, Queen Street, Madeley, Telford, TF7 4BW
Term Time + 5 PD days
Scale 2: £12.85 - £13.05 per hour
Start Date: ASAP (subject to Safer Recruitment checks)

About the School

Haughton School is a Primary School which caters for children with moderate to severe learning difficulties and complex needs.

Role Summary

We wish to appoint a Personal/Medical Care Assistant to support identified children who have additional personal care and medical needs.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Medical Care Coordinator providing assistance with routine personal and medical care including tube feeding, diabetes management and stoma care.
• Receive full training; prior experience in supporting children with health needs is an advantage.
• Support safeguarding policy that promotes the welfare of children.

Qualifications

Previous experience supporting children with medical needs is an advantage.

Benefits

Term Time + 5 PD days; Scale 2 hourly rate £12.85‑£13.05; start date ASAP subject to checks.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 5pm Friday 7th November 2025

Interview Dates

Interviews will be held on Monday 17th November 2025.

To Apply

Application forms should be completed in full and emailed to [e-mail]. Appointment subject to enhanced DBS (CRB) clearance. We are committed to equality and diversity.