On-Site Care
Temporary
Oldbury
About the Children's Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Northamptonshire & Southwell
As a Children's Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in Northamptonshire & Southwell, you’ll provide high-quality, compassionate care to children and young people within a specialist SEND school environment. Working alongside teachers, nurses, and therapy teams, you’ll support students with complex medical and additional needs, helping them access education in a safe and structured setting.
Your role will involve delivering a combination of one-to-one and flexible group support, depending on the needs of the students throughout the day. This may include assisting with tracheostomy care, diabetes management, and other complex conditions, always following detailed care plans and responding to changing priorities within the school.
You’ll contribute to a calm, supportive atmosphere that enables students to take part in learning, social interaction, and daily routines, while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure consistent, person-centred care.
A valid UK driving licence is required for this role. You’ll also have the option to choose shift patterns that fit around your lifestyle, with flexibility across school-hour placements and daytime work.
Fast‑track onboarding (subject to compliance).
Requirements:
- Female
- Valid drivers licence
- Interested permanent or open to temp to perm roles
What we offer
- Weekly pay up to £20.00/hr
- Flexible rotas chosen by you
- Consistent shifts in Northamptonshire & Southwell
- Bank holiday enhancements
- Free scrubs and training options
- Pension contributions24/7 managerial support
What you'll do
- Provide hands-on support to students
- Deliver 1:1 care where required
- Assist with tracheostomy and complex needs
- Follow care plans consistently
- Support feeding, mobility, and routines
- Work within a multidisciplinary team
- Encourage independence and interaction
- Monitor and respond to health needs
What you'll bring
- Experience working with children in a care or Children’s Healthcare Assistant role
- Awareness of tracheostomy and clinical care tasks
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SLD & complex needs experience
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PMVA trained
- Ability to deliver person-centred care
- Positive and patient personality
- Strong teamworking skills
- Reliable and flexible approach
- Good record-keeping ability
- Clear communication skills
- Understanding of safeguarding
- Confidence in a school environment
Apply
Apply for Children's Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Northamptonshire & Southwell by submitting the form with your CV attached.
Please note we do not sponsor visas.
What happens after I apply?
- Apply here by completing the on‑page form.
- You’ll receive an invite to create your online account after review.
- Enter your personal details and preferred shift times.
- Finish compliance and registration tasks in the account.
- Start applying for shifts, often within 48 hours (subject to compliance).
About Medicare People
Medicare People is a well-established medical staffing agency in Northamptonshire & Southwell, connecting caring professionals with rewarding Children’s Healthcare Assistant jobs across the UK. We specialise in SEND school placements, supporting children with complex medical and additional needs.
We provide access to flexible work, competitive pay, and supportive environments where you can make a real impact on young lives. Our focus is on matching you with roles that suit your skills and experience.
Operating under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, we ensure every placement is compliant and transparent.
Our team offers support throughout your journey, helping you feel confident in every role you take on.
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