School Healthcare Assistant

Anderson Cole Group Ltd; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable educational institution in Sevenoaks is seeking a dedicated School Healthcare Assistant to support pupils' health and wellbeing. The role involves providing first aid, managing medical needs, and working closely with the School Nurse. Ideal candidates will have a background in healthcare and excellent interpersonal skills. Term-time only position with a competitive salary will be offered.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Hands-on role with meaningful impact

Opportunity to work in a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a healthcare or school-based support role.
• Willingness to obtain a First Aid certificate if not already held.
• Calm and reassuring manner with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the health and wellbeing of pupils across two campuses.
• Provide first aid and administer medication.
• Assist students with long-term medical needs including diabetes and asthma.

Skills

Experience in healthcare or school support

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Ability to manage medical conditions

Education

Valid First Aid certificate

Job description

School Healthcare Assistant

Location: Tonbridge and Sevenoaks, Kent
Contract: Term-time only, 37 hours per week (8-4, early finish on Fridays)
Salary: Actual salary £20,012 - £22,892 (FTE £25,252 - £26,262)
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Permanent

We're working with a highly successful and inclusive grammar school in West Kent to appoint a dedicated School Healthcare Assistant. This is a key pastoral role, supporting the health and wellbeing of pupils across two campuses. The School Healthcare Assistant will work closely with the School Nurse and wider Student Support team to provide first aid, administer medication, and assist students with long-term or complex medical needs including diabetes, asthma and epilepsy. You'll also help deliver mental health support and triage, liaise with parents, and assist with health-related admin and procedures. This role would suit someone with a background in healthcare, first aid, or school-based pastoral care. You'll need to be calm under pressure, discreet, organised, and confident working independently when needed.

Person Specification – What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a healthcare, nursing or school-based support role
• A valid First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
• Confident managing medical conditions such as asthma, epilepsy, diabetes, and allergies
• A calm and reassuring manner with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage and prioritise competing demands in a busy environment
• Comfortable working across two school sites (Tonbridge and Sevenoaks)
• Awareness of safeguarding and a commitment to pupil wellbeing

Why apply?

• Term-time working in a supportive, values-led school
• A meaningful, hands-on role making a difference to students’ lives
• Opportunity to work as part of a caring and collaborative pastoral team

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.