On-Site Care
Temporary
Oldbury
About the Children's Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Newark on Trent
As a Children's Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in Newark on Trent, you’ll play a vital role in supporting students with additional and complex healthcare needs within a SEND school setting. Collaborating with teachers and healthcare professionals, you’ll ensure every child receives safe, person-centred support.
Your duties will include a mix of one-to-one care and broader classroom support, assisting with conditions such as tracheostomy care and diabetes, guided by individual care plans. Flexibility is key, as support needs can change throughout the day.
You’ll contribute to a nurturing environment that encourages participation and wellbeing, while working closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team.
A full UK driving licence is essential, and you can choose shifts to suit your availability, including structured daytime hours.
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 Newark on Trent
- Bank holiday enhancements
- Free scrubs and training options
- Pension contributions24/7 managerial support
What you'll do
- Provide 1:1 support when required
- Assist multiple students as needed
- Support tracheostomy and personal care
- Follow care plans carefully
- Work with multidisciplinary teams
- Help with classroom engagement
- Monitor and report changes
- Maintain clear communication
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 today
Please use the application form on this page to apply for this and other Children's Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles in Newark on Trent. Ensure your CV is included.
Please note we do not sponsor visas.
What happens after I apply?
- Submit the form on this page to apply
- We’ll review and prompt you to set up your online candidate account
- Share your details and shift preferences
- Complete the registration/compliance process in your account
- Begin applying for shifts, sometimes within 48 hours (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
At Medicare People, we are a dedicated medical staffing agency in Newark on Trent, helping professionals secure fulfilling Children’s Healthcare Assistant jobs across the UK.
Our roles are designed to support children with complex needs in SEND school environments, offering flexible working patterns and strong earning potential alongside meaningful work.
We operate fully in line with the Conduct Regulations 2003, ensuring a safe and compliant recruitment process.
Our team provides continuous support, helping you succeed in your role and develop your experience.
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