Education Health Care Assistant Firwood Special School Posted yesterday

FIRWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

“Learning without Limits”

Head of School:
Mrs Dawn Evans

Education Health Care Assistant

Firwood High School is a successful 11‑19 special school meeting the needs of children with complex learning difficulties. We are also part of the Woodbridge Trust working closely with Ladywood Primary School, Ladywood Outreach Service and Woodbridge College our Post 19 provision.

Due to the rapid expansion of our school and increasing student numbers, we are now seeking to appoint an outstanding Education Health Care Assistant who is willing to “go the extra mile” and is passionate about supporting students’ healthcare needs.

As Firwood belongs to the wider Woodbridge Trust where there are opportunities for professional partnerships, continued professional learning and a strong ethos committed to enabling all our children and young people to engage with their learning in a meaningful manner.

Applicants should be enthusiastic about the development of their skills to work effectively with students with special educational needs and a desire to better their knowledge and understanding of an area within this forum.

We require a Education Health Care Assistant who is prepared to “go the extra mile” for our very special young people.

We will offer you:

• A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people
• Professional development to support you in your career
• Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff
• The benefits of working in an innovative and forward‑thinking school
• Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop as a leader
• A genuinely happy and caring place to work
• Strong links with the community
• High standard facilities

Contract: Full time and permanent
Start Date: asap
Salary: Grade E (£21,167 – £23,720)
Working Hours: 32.5 hrs per week, Term Time & 5 days

Firwood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

Applications are made via mynewterm platform:

Closing Date for applications: Sunday 4th January 2026

Shortlisting: Week commencing 5th January 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 12th January 2026

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre‑employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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