1-1 TEACHING ASSISTANT (MEDICAL NEEDS)

The successful candidate will demonstrate: • The ability to remain calm, vigilant and responsive, including in an emergency • A warm, child-centred approach and a strong commitment to helping the child participate fully in school life and reach their potential • A willingness and ability to undertake specialist competency-based training and follow the child's individual healthcare plan precisely • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with parents/carers, school staff and health professionals • Discretion, reliability, initiative and a clear understanding of confidentiality • The ability to support learning, communication, personal care and growing independence without creating unnecessary dependence • A firm commitment to safeguarding, health and safety, infection prevention and school policies • Experience of supporting children with SEND, complex medical needs or a tracheostomy is desirable; full role-specific training will be provided