Primary Personal Health Care Assistant
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy · York · East Riding of Yorkshire
Job description
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional health needs? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Personal Health Care Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a named pupil with personal healthcare needs within a primary school setting.
This role is part time - 7.5 hours per week - Term time only - Ffixed term until 31st August 2027
You will work closely with the SENCO, class teachers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the pupil receives consistent, dignified, and safe care throughout the school day and during school trips. This includes:
Supporting personal healthcare routines (e.g. toileting, feeding, tracheostomy care, medication administration)
Promoting independence and wellbeing
Maintaining accurate medical records and care plans
Collaborating with families and external agencies
Upholding confidentiality and safeguarding standards
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants who are:
Experienced in school, care, or healthcare settings
Qualified in GCSE Maths & English (Grade C or above)
Willing to undertake training in First Aid, Safeguarding, and Tracheostomy care
Compassionate, resilient, and able to respond calmly in emergency situations
Skilled in communication, teamwork, and record-keeping
Why Join Us?
Make a meaningful impact every day
Be part of a supportive and inclusive school community
Receive ongoing professional development and training
Work in a role that values dignity, equality, and care
If you’re ready to support a child’s health and learning journey with empathy and professionalism, we’d love to hear from you.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
Disclaimer
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About this school
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11
- Pupils
- 106
- Avg teacher salary
- £52,946
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 20.9:1
- Academy trust
- ST CUTHBERT'S ROMAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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York, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO43 3DB
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