Education Healthcare Assistant (SEN)
| Posting date: | 24 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £105 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 August 2025 |
| Location: | Durham, Durham |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 184576 |
Summary
About Us
AK Teaching are the leading independent supply agency in the North East. We are currently supporting specialist school's dedicated to supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.
We are seeking compassionate and skilled Education Healthcare Assistant's to join our team and support the health, care, and educational needs of students.
Role Overview
As an Education Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting children with complex medical and physical needs, enabling them to access education safely and comfortably. You will work closely with teaching staff, healthcare professionals, and families to deliver tailored care and promote independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day healthcare support for pupils with SEN, including administration of medication, personal care, and assistance with mobility.
- Support pupils with feeding, toileting, and other intimate care tasks with dignity and respect.
- Assist in implementing educational healthcare and education plans (EHCP).
- Monitor pupils' health conditions and report changes or concerns promptly.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and medical staff to support pupils' learning and wellbeing.
- Maintain accurate records of care and comply with safeguarding and health and safety policies.
- Attend training sessions to stay updated on health care procedures and SEN best practices.
Person Specification
- Experience supporting children with special educational needs, disabilities, or complex medical conditions preferred.
- Knowledge of common SEN health issues such as epilepsy, respiratory conditions, feeding tubes etc preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with pupils, parents, and staff.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive approach to working with children with complex needs.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Relevant qualifications or willingness to undertake training (e.g. , First Aid, Moving & Handling, Safeguarding).
- Fully enhanced DBS or willing to obtain one.
What We Offer
- A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- Term-time working pattern with school holidays off.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives.
AK Teaching are a supply agency, all roles advertised are on an initial temporary basis.
**Please note that we do not offer work visa sponsorships, all applicants must have the right to work in the UK before applying**
AK Teaching are the leading independent supply agency in the North East. We are currently supporting specialist school's dedicated to supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.
We are seeking compassionate and skilled Education Healthcare Assistant's to join our team and support the health, care, and educational needs of students.
Role Overview
As an Education Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting children with complex medical and physical needs, enabling them to access education safely and comfortably. You will work closely with teaching staff, healthcare professionals, and families to deliver tailored care and promote independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day healthcare support for pupils with SEN, including administration of medication, personal care, and assistance with mobility.
- Support pupils with feeding, toileting, and other intimate care tasks with dignity and respect.
- Assist in implementing educational healthcare and education plans (EHCP).
- Monitor pupils' health conditions and report changes or concerns promptly.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and medical staff to support pupils' learning and wellbeing.
- Maintain accurate records of care and comply with safeguarding and health and safety policies.
- Attend training sessions to stay updated on health care procedures and SEN best practices.
Person Specification
- Experience supporting children with special educational needs, disabilities, or complex medical conditions preferred.
- Knowledge of common SEN health issues such as epilepsy, respiratory conditions, feeding tubes etc preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with pupils, parents, and staff.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive approach to working with children with complex needs.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Relevant qualifications or willingness to undertake training (e.g. , First Aid, Moving & Handling, Safeguarding).
- Fully enhanced DBS or willing to obtain one.
What We Offer
- A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- Term-time working pattern with school holidays off.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives.
AK Teaching are a supply agency, all roles advertised are on an initial temporary basis.
**Please note that we do not offer work visa sponsorships, all applicants must have the right to work in the UK before applying**