School-Based Children's Support Worker – Complex Needs

Stockport; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Between 27-33 days of annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Stockport Credit Union

Job summary

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Children’s Support Worker to join the Continuing Care Schools team. The role involves providing care to children with complex health needs in school settings, alongside the School Nurse, during term-time hours.

Working hours are 08:30–16:00, Monday to Friday, during term time. You will escort children to school, support in-class activities, and perform health interventions as required, ensuring safety and facilitating access to education.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, Nursery Nurse or Child care course(E).
• Good standard of English and Maths.
• Significant experience working with children and young people.
• Experience of working with children with complex needs.
• Excellent communication skills and able to communicate with MDT.

Responsibilities

• One-to-one care and support of an individual child or assist the School Nurse with healthcare tasks.
• Escort the child to school and remain with them during the school day.
• Provide care for children with complex health needs, including medications and related tasks.
• Support the child to access their educational curriculum and fulfil their potential.

Skills

English proficiency

Maths proficiency

Communication

Team work

Autonomous working

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, Nursery Nurse or Child care

Job description

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Children’s Support Worker to join the Continuing Care Schools team. The role involves providing care to children with complex health needs in school settings, alongside the School Nurse, during term-time hours.

Working hours are 08:30–16:00, Monday to Friday, during term time. You will escort children to school, support in-class activities, and perform health interventions as required, ensuring safety and facilitating access to education.