Healthcare Assistant

Stamford School is a large, co-educational day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2 to 18. Established in 1532, it has a prestigious heritage, but everything we do is focused on preparing young people to lead happy and fulfilling lives in the 21st century. Stamford is a family-friendly, inclusive, happy school with a deep sense of community and belonging. Our students are famously 'rounded and grounded', and we have a broad social mix that our parents greatly value. We strive to provide a stimulating and challenging curriculum that inspires intellectual curiosity and encourages a love of learning. Stamford strives to offer an outstanding, contemporary education. Our students leave us with a flexible, adaptable mindset and an approach to learning that equips them to face the challenges and opportunities of their future.

We also believe that a student's emotional well-being is paramount to their overall success. Our pastoral care system is embedded in our daily school life, ensuring that every student feels valued, supported, and understood. We foster strong relationships between students, teachers, and parents, promoting open communication and a sense of belonging within our school community. We are proud to offer a well-rounded education packed with opportunities beyond the classroom.

Job Description

This is a one year contract, term time only, which will be reviewed annually. Preferred start date is January 2026 but this can be flexible for the right candidate. The successful candidate will provide daily 1:1 support for a current year 7 female student with ongoing education and health care needs in line with her Education Health Care Plan. They will assist with duties in the Medical Centre during any times of student absence under the direction of the Lead Nurse.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor student and report to a designated person (including liaising with parents).
• Keep records as required by the school.
• Have familiarity with relevant EHCP and plans specific to the child.
• Support student's access academically in lessons in line with the EHCP and Learning Development policy.
• Carry out reasonable daily personal care duties and administer first aid if required.
• If necessary, assist student with physiotherapy plan.
• Assist with the movement of the student in and around school – this may require the use of a manual wheelchair and other mobility aids if/when required depending on the student's needs (including use of stairs).
• Supervise student over break and lunch periods.
• Act in accordance with school policies and procedures and relevant legislation, particularly in relation to child protection and behaviour management.
• Working collaboratively with multiple departments of the school.

At times, when your usual duties are not required, you may be asked to support the Medical or Learning Development teams. This may include:

• Assist the Lead Nurse with health care duties as required across the school sites.
• Deliver small group, or 1:1 session supporting with literacy, numeracy or wider skills.
• Provide in-class support for students at direction of SENCO.
• Support SEND students during assessments and exams.

Essential Criteria

• Experience working with and supporting young people with complex conditions.
• Knowledge and experience of providing first aid (or a willingness to complete a first aid qualification).
• Awareness and understanding of safeguarding.
• Flexibility to deal with the changing needs of the student and the ability to adapt one's approach to suit the individual's health needs.
• Be physically fit and able to undertake all the requirements of the post and use equipment essential for the role.
• Willingness to accompany on school trips (including overnight) by prior arrangement.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to cope calmly and effectively.
• Resilient and adaptable to change.

Desired Criteria

• Relevant medical experience/ qualification.
• Experience working in an educational / healthcare setting.
• Current First Aid qualification.

Application Details

Closing date for applications is Monday 15th December 2025.

Interview dates to be confirmed.

Further details can be found in the applicant pack attached in the documents section via our website.

Please note that to be considered for this vacancy, all applications must be formally submitted via our website link:

Stamford Schools are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £25,330.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person