Educational Health Care Assistant

Educational Healthcare Assistants needed

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Educational Healthcare Assistants to join specialist schools in Leyland and the surrounding areas on a temporary agency basis. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with a diverse range of additional needs, including complex learning disabilities, physical impairments, communication difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, and associated medical or healthcare requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils across the school day

• Assisting with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, dressing, and mobility support where required

• Supporting students with medical and healthcare requirements in line with individual care plans and professional guidance

• Promoting independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing through consistent and positive support

• Assisting teaching staff in delivering adapted learning activities to meet individual needs

• Following and contributing to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) to ensure targeted outcomes are supported

• Implementing behaviour support strategies and helping pupils regulate emotions where needed

• Recording observations, progress updates, and incidents accurately in line with safeguarding and school policies

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, healthcare professionals, and families

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience within SEN education, healthcare, residential care, or support work settings

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting children and young people

• Confidence working with individuals with complex needs, including those who may display behaviours that challenge

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team

• A clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and professional boundaries

What We Offer

• Flexible temporary agency work to suit your availability

• The opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist SEN environment

• A supportive and collaborative school setting

• A meaningful role where you can make a genuine difference to young people’s lives

This position is ideal for experienced Care Assistants, Support Workers, Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), Teaching Assistants, or individuals looking to build a long-term career within SEN education, therapy support, or healthcare services.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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