On-Site Care
Temporary
Westerham, Kent
About the Children's Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Westerham
As a Children's Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in Westerham, you’ll join a specialist school team supporting children with SEND and complex health needs. Your role will focus on ensuring students feel safe, supported, and able to engage in school life.
You’ll provide both individual and shared care, assisting with medical needs such as tracheostomy care and diabetes, while adapting to the daily demands of the school environment.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll help deliver consistent, high-quality support.
A valid UK driving licence is essential, along with the flexibility to choose your preferred shift pattern.
Fast‑track onboarding (subject to compliance).
Requirements:
- Female
- Tracheostomy trained with a valid certificate
What we offer
- Competitive weekly pay, reaching up to the equivalent of £20.00/hr
- Flexible rota options designed to suit your preferred work‑life balance
- Steady placement availability throughout Westerham
- Enhanced rates during bank holidays
- Pension contributions provided
- Incentives available for referring new carers
- Free scrubs and a personalised ID badge
- Training delivered without any cost to you
- Managers available day and night for support
- A workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing, respect and ongoing development
What you'll do
- Support children with complex needs
- Deliver flexible care throughout the day
- Assist with tracheostomy and clinical requirements
- Promote safe participation in school
- Work alongside education staff
- Help with personal care tasks
- Keep accurate records
- 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 Westerham by submitting the form with your CV attached.
Please note we do not sponsor visas.
What happens after I apply?
- Start your application via the form on this page
- We conduct a swift review and invite you to launch your online account
- Provide required details and choose your shift preferences
- Complete registration and compliance digitally
- Apply for your first shifts, as soon as 48 hours in many cases (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
Medicare People is a well-established medical staffing agency in Westerham, 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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