Job Description
Assistant Practitioner for Specialist School Nurse Team - CaterhamJob IntroductionAre you compassionate, dedicated, and looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with complex medical needs?Join our Specialist School Nursing Team as an Assistant Practitioner and play a vital role in supporting the health and wellbeing of children and young people (aged 11–19) with complex learning and physical disabilities. Based in a specialist school setting, this role includes both hands-on support and a significant administrative function—helping to coordinate care, clinics, and communication across the service, including outreach to satellite schools.This position is based in Clifton Hill School, Caterham.Main ResponsibilityMaintain effective communication with children/young people, families, school staff, and the multidisciplinary team.Report condition changes and escalate issues beyond role scope.Assess care needs per individual care plans and identify risks of harm.Safely use care equipment (e.g., hoists, wheelchairs) per policy and training.Maintain stock levels, records, and ensure timely servicing of medical equipment.Administer medication (excluding injections, except epipens) and undertake complex clinical tasks following training.Provide care for children with complex needs (e.g., tracheostomy, enteral feeding, catheter ...