FAQs
What are the working hours for the School Health Care Assistant position?
The role involves working twenty hours per week during term time, typically from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, four days per week, but we are flexible to accommodate a working pattern that suits both the candidate and the service.
Is a driving license required for this position?
Yes, applicants must have a full valid driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Will there be training provided for new hires?
Yes, there is a willingness to learn and apply training effectively as part of the role, and tailored individual learning and development opportunities are provided.
What are the main responsibilities of the School Health Care Assistant?
Key responsibilities include conducting vision and NCMP screening in primary schools, liaising with schools to schedule visits, maintaining accurate records, managing documentation related to screening outcomes, and supporting the locality team with wider public health tasks where appropriate.
Are there any specific qualifications or skills required for this role?
Candidates should possess strong organisational and administrative skills, confidence in working independently and as part of a team, attention to detail, and a caring and professional approach to working with children and families.
What benefits are offered to employees in this position?
Employees receive benefits such as excellent opportunities for career progression, 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a competitive pension scheme, NHS discounts, a lease car scheme, a cycle to work scheme, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
Who can I contact for more information about the role?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Priti Kashyap, the Vision Screening Lead, at priti.kashyap@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk or by telephone at 07442 782699.
Is this position full-time?
No, this is a part-time position specifically designed to work twenty hours per week during school term times.