Learning Support Assistant & Medical Care

Shorefields; Tiptree; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to support students with medical and personal care needs. Responsibilities include administering medication and aiding personal hygiene, as well as ensuring all students can engage in classroom activities. The ideal candidate should have experience in educational settings and a commitment to safeguarding student well-being. This part-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive school environment

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with medical or personal care needs is desirable.
• Experience in a school or early years environment is also sought.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting well-being of students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with medical or personal care needs.
• Administer medication and support personal hygiene.
• Collaborate with teachers and health professionals.

Skills

Experience supporting students with medical or personal care needs

Experience working with children or students

Knowledge of basic ICT

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C / 4 or above)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant & Medical Care

Job Ref No. ECC5413-235S

Position Type: Teaching/Child Support

Pay Range: Scale 3 - Scale 4

Position Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Part-time (fixed term until 17th July 2026)

Application Close: 04/01/2026 Midnight

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday‑Friday (Term time only)

Salary £17, to £18,061 (Actual)

About the Role

Thurstable School would like to appoint a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant with Medical Care responsibilities to join our inclusive and supportive school community.

You will provide support to students with intimate medical and personal care needs, including administering medication, supporting personal hygiene and toileting, and following individual healthcare plans. You will work closely with teachers, the SENCO, families, and health professionals to ensure students' safety, dignity, and wellbeing at all times.

In addition, you will provide support across all subject areas, working with individuals and small groups to help students access lessons, engage with classroom activities, and develop confidence and independence. You will monitor progress, provide feedback to teachers, and help create an inclusive, positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students with medical or personal care needs.
• Administer medication and provide personal hygiene and toileting support.
• Follow individual healthcare plans and collaborate with teachers, SENCO, families, and health professionals.
• Assist students across subject areas, helping them access lessons and engage in classroom activities.
• Monitor progress, give feedback, and support an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience supporting students with medical or personal care needs (desirable).
• Experience working with children or students in a school or early years environment.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C / 4 or above).
• Knowledge of basic ICT to support learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and student wellbeing.

What We Offer

We offer a supportive, inclusive environment where staff can develop professionally while making a real difference to students' lives.

Safeguarding

Thurstable School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance.