Starfyn Education are looking for a passionate and hardworking HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT for one of our clients based in Wimbledon. The school caters for students with a variety of different needs, from complex physical disabilities, medical needs, speech and language difficulties, as well as vision and multi- sensory impairment.  

Our client is LOOKING for a passionate and hardworking member to join their team. The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with teaching professionals, helping every child achieve their full potential allowing them to flourish, engage and achieve preparing for life as active citizens. The working environment requires high expectations of learners. You would be working with an exciting curriculum, supporting the students to stay engaged and create fun environment for learners to excel in.

The students at this school are between 2-19 years of age. The staff work together to promote a caring, positive, and professional environment for their students and use their enthusiasm and positivity to make the school a happy and exciting environment.

The Role:

Days Required – Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4pm (Fulltime)

Pay - £100 per day (weekly pay)

Employment Type – Agency (Either Temporary to Permanent or Ongoing Contract)

The Ideal Candidate will:

To be considered for the role, the desirable candidate will have previous experience of working within a School, College or Provision. However, we will also consider candidates that have some of the following:

• Childcare Experience – working with children and young people previously (working with children with MSI/PMLD/ASD is an advantage).
• Any experience working with Multi Disabled visually impaired (MDVI), with working experience with Manual handling, Makaton or BSL desirable.
• Experience with Gastro Feeding & Suctioning is advantageous.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills with genuine, caring attitude.
• Good communication with fellow peers and support staff.
• Creative, enthusiastic, imaginative and caring approach to children with Special Educational needs & Disabilities.
• A willingness to learn and have a genuine enthusiasm to make a difference.

Your Main Duties:

• Offer support for the school’s students before, during and after their lessons.
• Assisting students with their understanding and participation in tasks.
• Help promote each student’s love of learning.
• Actively participate in team meetings.
• Always follow the regulations pertaining to Safeguarding.
• When required, support individual’s needs, including assisting with a wide range of medical and occasionally, personal care tasks and physical support where needed (training will be provided in giving medical care and support)
• Working either on a 1:1 or group basis to support learning.
• Inspiring and engaging with children with a wide range of additional learning needs.

As an agency worker you are only paid for the days you have worked. Therefore, you will not be paid during the school holidays.

If you are interested in the role described above, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Sam of Starfyn Education.