Educational Health Care Assistant

Educational Health Care Assistant – SEND School

Primary or Secondary | Long-Term or Short-Term Supply | Term-Time Only

I’m currently working with several SEND schools who are looking for dedicated Educational Health Care Assistants to support students across both primary and secondary age ranges. These roles are available on a short-term or long-term supply basis and are ideal for individuals with experience in care, SEND, or school-based support roles.

About the Role

As an Educational Health Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. This may include autism, complex learning needs, SEMH, physical disabilities, or medical requirements.

You will work closely with teaching staff and support teams to help deliver care, promote independence, and ensure students are fully supported throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

Providing 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with diverse SEND needs
Assisting with personal care and mobility (where required)
Supporting students with communication, engagement, and regulation
Following individual care plans and EHCP guidance
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
Promoting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
Assisting with daily routines and classroom activities
What We’re Looking For

Experience in a SEND, care, or school setting
A patient, compassionate, and proactive approach
Confidence supporting children or young people with varied needs
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work across either primary or secondary age groups
Position Details

Term-time only
Short-term or long-term supply options available
Full-time roles commonly available
£90 to £95 daily rate
Start dates vary depending on school requirements – immediate and future roles available

If you’re passionate about supporting young people with additional needs or know someone who would be a great fit I’d be happy to share more details about the available opportunities.

* Educational Health Care Assistant – SEND School

Primary or Secondary | Long-Term or Short-Term Supply | Term-Time Only*
* I’m currently working with several SEND schools who are looking for dedicated Educational Health Care Assistants to support students across both primary and secondary age ranges. These roles are available on a short-term or long-term supply basis and are ideal for individuals with experience in care, SEND, or school-based support roles.

About the Role

As an Educational Health Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. This may include autism, complex learning needs, SEMH, physical disabilities, or medical requirements.

You will work closely with teaching staff and support teams to help deliver care, promote independence, and ensure students are fully supported throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

Providing 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with diverse SEND needs
Assisting with personal care and mobility (where required)
Supporting students with communication, engagement, and regulation
Following individual care plans and EHCP guidance
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
Promoting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
Assisting with daily routines and classroom activities

What We’re Looking For

Experience in a SEND, care, or school setting
A patient, compassionate, and proactive approach
Confidence supporting children or young people with varied needs
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work across either primary or secondary age groups

Position Details

Term-time only
Short-term or long-term supply options available
Full-time roles commonly available
Start dates vary depending on school requirements – immediate and future roles available

If you’re passionate about supporting young people with additional needs—or know someone who would be a great fit—I’d be happy to share more details about the available opportunities.

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