Full job description

Job Overview

The Executive Headteacher and Governors of Brackenfield School are seeking to appoint a Personal Health Care Assistant to support the personal, intimate, and health care needs of pupils across the school. This person will be part of the Children’s Services team and will work under the Health and Personal Care Manager.

Salary £26,846 FTE / Pro Rata £18,639 per annum

30 Hours - 39 weeks per annum

Closing Date: 21.10.2026

Pre interview: 03.11.2026

Experience Day: 05.11.2026

Formal Interview: 09.11.2026

CVs not accepted / Applications to be requested via email.

Responsibilities

· Working in the school to support health, first aid and intimate care needs

· Implement and deliver programmes to progress independent living skills

Deliver information to staff, parents and any other relevant parties.

Skills, Experience & Work Elements

· Typically Level 2 qualification and practical knowledge and experience in relevant environment

· Ability to employ practical, technical skills and experience.

· Knowledge of school policies and procedures including, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Management of Health Needs and Medication

· May be physical effort in standing, lifting and carrying

· May regularly work with children and young people who have behavioural issues

May have to physically intervene with children and young people who exhibit violent or aggressive behaviour.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £25,989.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person