At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with complex medical needs in a specialist SEN school.
- Company: Aspire People, the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible contracts, and access to free training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with a dedicated consultant guiding you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN and complex medical needs, especially pump feeding and oxygen support.
The predicted salary is between 24300 - 29700 £ per year.
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Here at Aspire People, we are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Corby. The successful candidate will have experience supporting pupils with complex medical needs and be confident providing care in a school environment.
The Role
You will work closely with teaching staff, healthcare professionals and families to provide high-quality educational and personal care support to pupils with a range of additional needs. The role will include supporting pupils who may require enteral feeding via a pump and oxygen therapy, alongside their educational, personal and emotional needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN and complex needs.
- Safely support pupils requiring pump feeding in line with their individual healthcare plans.
- Support pupils who require oxygen.
- Monitor pupils' wellbeing and report any concerns promptly.
- Assist with personal care and mobility where required.
- Support pupils to access learning and participate fully in school life.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, healthcare professionals and families.
- Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and individual care plans.
- Promote pupils' independence, dignity, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
About You
- Experienced in working with children or young people with SEN and/or complex medical needs.
- Confident and experienced with pump feeding and oxygen support.
- Caring, patient and calm in challenging situations.
- Reliable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
- Willing to undertake any additional training required by the school.
- Healthcare experience is essential for this role, particularly experience with pump feeding and oxygen.
Next Steps
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Healthcare Teaching Assistant in Corby employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
