Job Description

Health Care & Education Assistant
Grade 2 24,796 - 25,185 pro rata
Temporary - required as soon asp possible until 31/03/2026 (with the expectation that this will be extended, subject to funding)
34 Hours per week, Term Time Only
The Oaks is a generic special school for pupils aged 11-19 with moderate, severe, or profound learning difficulties and/or Autism Spectrum Conditions. The school has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in its last four consecutive inspections, reflecting the high quality of care, education, and support we provide to our pupils.
The Board of Governors at The Oaks Secondary School are seeking to appoint a Health Care & Education Assistant to join our team.
Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare or an equivalent relevant qualification. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, assisting with general hygiene and personal care routines including toileting, feeding, and dressing. The role also involves supporting the safe positioning and movement of pupils with physical disabilities and contributing to classroom learning activities under the guidance of teaching staff.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, caring, hardworking, and able to work effectively as part of a team. A genuine interest in working with children and young people with special needs is essential.
Application packs and further information are available from Mrs Sarah Labron, School Business Manager, via email at .
Completed applications must be submitted by 12:00pm on Monday 20th October 2025.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.
Standard term time only pay is calculated on the basis of the following:

• Number of 'teaching' weeks - 38 weeks; plus

• Public (bank) holidays - 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus

• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)

Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years' service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years' service will receive 32 days annual leave. For example:
Calculation for employees with less than 5 years' service:
38 weeks (term time) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 45 weeks' pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Calculation for employees with more than 5 years' service:
38 weeks (term time) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 46 weeks' pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
The Oaks Secondary School
Rock Road,
Spennymoor,
Co Durham,
DL16 7DB
Tel: 01388 827380
Email:
Website:

Skills Required