School Health Care Assistant

GSL Education is working in partnership with an Ofsted Outstanding School to appoint a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant. You will join a highly dedicated team to provide essential care and support to students. This is a full-time role, starting immediately.

Position: Health Care Assistant
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: Immediate
Location: York, North Yorkshire

About the School:

The school is a dynamic secondary school dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student can achieve their best. The school is part of a large Academies Trust, known for their commitment to high standards and transformative education. Staff work together to ensure that all students, regardless of background or ability, receive the care and guidance they need to thrive both academically and personally.

The Role:

As a Health Care Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with their health and medical needs throughout the school day. This role involves working closely with students who may have chronic health conditions, disabilities, or require assistance with day-to-day medical care.

Key Responsibilities:

Health Monitoring: Provide care for students with medical conditions, including managing medication, monitoring health needs, and responding to emergencies when necessary.
First Aid: Administer first aid and respond to any incidents that require immediate medical attention.
Medical Support Plans: Work with the school’s pastoral team to implement and maintain individual healthcare plans for students, ensuring they receive the appropriate care.
Emotional Support: Provide reassurance and emotional support to students dealing with health challenges, helping them feel comfortable and safe at school.
Collaboration: Liaise with teaching staff, parents, and healthcare professionals to ensure all aspects of a student’s health and wellbeing are managed effectively.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of student care, medication administration, and any medical incidents that occur.

What We’re Looking For:

Health Care Experience: Prior experience in a health care assistant role, ideally in an educational or paediatric setting, is essential.
First Aid Certification: Up to date first aid qualifications, or a willingness to obtain this through training, is required.
Compassion and Empathy: A caring and supportive attitude, with the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students and staff.
Excellent Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents about health-related matters.
Organised and Proactive: Able to manage time effectively, respond quickly in emergency situations, and maintain detailed records.
Team Player: Willingness to work as part of the wider school team to ensure the best outcomes for students.

Why Join Us?

Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and caring school that values the wellbeing of both students and staff.
Professional Development: Opportunities for training and ongoing development, including the chance to gain additional qualifications in health and safety or specialist medical care.
Purposeful Work: Make a meaningful difference by ensuring students with health needs can fully participate in school life.

To Apply:
Please submit your CV and cover letter via the application link or call GSL Education’s North Yorkshire office today, for more information.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including a relevant enhanced DBS.

Join our team and help us create a healthy, safe, and inclusive environment for all our students!