Health Care Assistant

Temporary until 31 July 2025

30 hours per week, Term-time Only

We are excited to offer this temporary opportunity to work as a Health Care Assistant in our academy. The role involves assisting in the domestic care and general welfare of pupils in respect of personal hygiene programmes, being the primary first aid responder for the school, and managing the administration of medication to students as well checking stock and expiry dates of medication and first aid consumables around the academy. You will support the inclusion team and provide administrative support and carry out domestic tasks around the academy. You will work alongside external stakeholders to create, follow and deliver agreed plans for our students to thrive.

Experience of working in schools would be desirable. You must have good interpersonal and communication skills and be able to manage your time effectively. Having the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times is essential. We are looking for someone with a passion for working in education and working with young people, dedicated to building a strong relationship with students with medical needs and providing the highest level of care and support. You must be a self motivated, organised, proactive individual with a warm and nurturing approach with students and be comfortable assisting with their personal care.  

Our academies offer a high quality of education for our students and excellent career progression and training for staff. Our driving ambition is ‘Students First: Raising Standards and Transforming Lives’ and we are sure you are an inspiring colleague with real vision and passion – and the drive and determination to make things happen. We can demonstrate our warm and empathetic approach to our young people and strive to create a sense of belonging in our community. You will build on this success and take us to the next level, working closely with the SEND teams and senior leadership. We can offer CPD opportunities, free parking, family friendly policies and our new ‘Outwood Plus’ rewards scheme. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic practitioner to join our Family of Schools and work with us to continue improving the lives of our students.

Please ensure your employment and education history are listed on your application in chronological order with any gaps explained.

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To view the person specification, which you should use when completing your application, please click here.

If you would like to discuss this role further or require any more information prior to making an application, please contact our recruitment partner Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited, Liz Creasey on 01132003710 or email Liz.Creasey@hays.com

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Closing date: Noon on 5 September 2024.

Interview date: w/c 9 September 2024.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.