Education AssistantSalary: £18,980.33 per annum Term Time OnlyLocation: LewesAt Chailey Heritage School, Education Assistants play a vital role in supporting children and young people with physical disabilities, complex medical needs and communication difficulties to access their education and experience fulfilling school days.This is a hands-on role where education, care and clinical support come together. You will work as part of a warm, multidisciplinary team alongside specialist teachers, nurses and therapists, supporting pupils both in the classroom and with their personal care and health needs.If you''re compassionate, practical and motivated by making a real difference, this could be the role for you.What makes this role specialNo two days are the same. You may support pupils to:Access learning using specialist equipment and resourcesCommunicate using signs, symbols or Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)Take part in physical activities such as swimming, trike riding, reboundAccess community outings or support with on-site workshopsReceive intimate personal care with dignity and respectBe safe, comfortable and supported throughout the school dayCare and clinical supportIt''s important to be clear that this role includes intimate personal care and clinical tasks.With full training and assessment, you will:Provide intimate personal care, including full hygiene tasks and toiletingSupport eating and drinking safely.Carry out clinical care tasks such as gastrost