SEND TA-Medical Background PE23

Teaching Assistant - Medical Background EssentialLocation: Spilsby (PE23)Pay: £105-£118 per dayContract: Full-Time, Long-TermHours: Monday to FridayWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant with a medical or healthcare background to join a specialist school in Spilsby. This is a rewarding opportunity to support students with complex needs in a nurturing and highly specialised educational environment.About the SchoolCommunication is at the heart of everything the school does. They believe that every student deserves a voice and the opportunity to participate fully in school life and the wider community. Through a Total Communication Approach, students are supported using a range of personalised methods including Makaton, PECS, Core Boards, Eye Gaze Technology, Switches, communication apps, speech and vocalisation.The school also delivers specialist interventions such as Colourful Semantics, Lego Therapy, Thera Lego, Intensive Interaction, Rebound Therapy and Bucket Time, helping students develop communication, social and learning skills.The RoleYou will work closely with teaching staff, therapists and healthcare professionals to support students with complex medical and communication needs, ensuring they can access learning safely and effectively.Essential RequirementsCandidates must have experience and/or training in: Tracheostomy Care - both theory and practical experience Moving and Handling - both theory and practical training Jejunostomy Feeding Pump Management Gastrostomy (PEG/Button) Care and Feeding Vagus Nerve Stimulator (VNS) Awareness and Support We Are Looking For Someone Who: Has a healthcare, nursing, care, support work, therapy assistant or similar medical background Is confident supporting students with complex medical needs Has a patient, caring and proactive approach Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Is committed to helping every student achieve their full potential What We Offer Competitive daily pay of £105-£118 Full-time, long-term position Monday to Friday working pattern Ongoing support and professional development The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex needs If you have the required medical experience and are passionate about supporting students in a specialist educational setting, we would love to hear from you.Apply today to join a dedicated team where every student's voice matters.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.