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Health Care Assistant

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Slough

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

Healthcare Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant

SL2| SEN & Mainstream Settings
 ASAP Start | Full-Time & Supply Opportunities

Supply Desk is working in partnership with schools and specialist provisions in slough to recruit committed Healthcare Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants for ASAP starts.

This position is well suited to individuals with experience in care, education, or support work who are passionate about helping children with Special Educational Needs access learning and develop independence.

The Role

As a Healthcare Assistant / SEN TA, you will support pupils with additional needs across a range of educational settings. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals, you will help deliver consistent, pupil-centred support in line with individual care and education plans.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing one-to-one or small group support
Assisting pupils with personal care, mobility, and medical needs where required
Supporting learning activities tailored to EHCP outcomes
Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Supporting pupils’ social development and independence
Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment
Pupils may present with:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)
Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties
ADHD
Speech, Language and Communication Needs
Roles are available in mainstream schools with SEN units, special schools, and alternative provisions in Maidenhead.

Requirements:

Experience as a Healthcare Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, or Support Worker
Previous exposure to SEN environments in education, care, or community settings
Understanding of EHCPs and individual support plans is desirable
Confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs
Patient, adaptable, and reliable approach
Availability to work in Maidenhead from September
Relevant training or qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

Competitive daily pay rates
Short-term, long-term, and ongoing opportunities
Support from experienced, local education consultants
Access to SEN-focused training and CPD
24/7 CPD Learning Hub, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and wellbeing
Opportunities for career progression within SEN and education
How to Apply

If you are a Healthcare Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding position in Maidenhead, we would welcome your application.

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All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards

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