Location: Plymouth Contract Type: Part-Time | Permanent Salary: Grade C (pro rata, based on experience and qualifications) Empowering Young Lives, One Day at a Time. A forward-thinking SEN school in Plymouth is seeking caring, committed and adaptable individuals to join the team as part-time Education, Health and Care Assistants (EHCAs). This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people aged 2–19 with complex physical, medical and learning needs. Every pupil at the school has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), and as an EHCA, you’ll play a vital role in delivering tailored support that promotes wellbeing, independence, and access to learning. The Role: Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, your responsibilities will include: Supporting pupils’ learning and personal development under the guidance of teaching and medical staff. Assisting with personal care, emotional support, and classroom activities. Undertaking specialist medical training (e.g. gastrostomy, epilepsy care – full training provided). Helping to create a safe, inclusive and positive environment for all pupils. What We’re Looking For: You are someone who: Enjoys working with children and young people with additional needs. Can follow instructions while also using initiative. Is a strong team player and an excellent communicator. Is open to learning new skills and undertaking medical or care training. Can manage the physical demands of a hands-on role. Essential Requirements: NVQ/Diploma Level 2 (or equivalent) in education, health, or care. GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or Level 2 Functional Skills). Experience working with children. Desirable: NVQ/Diploma Level 3 or higher. Experience in a school or care setting supporting individuals with complex needs. Knowledge of communication approaches such as Makaton, PECS, or Total Communication. What We Offer: A warm and inclusive working environment. Specialist training and regular development sessions. A structured support and appraisal process. The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.