Medical Lead - Complex Care

This newly created post will be based at Barra Hall in Hayes, our new SEND centre which will be opening in September 2025. This welcoming new campus will provide a high-quality inclusive learning environment for over 60 SEND students, and improve outcomes for students with special educational needs, including those with severe learning needs (SLD).   

Reporting to the Head of Learning Support, you will be responsible for overseeing the medical requirements for learners with complex medical needs.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Working alongside medical professionals and multi-disciplinary teams for the provision of physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy input and medication administration, ensuring all learners are adequately supported
• Implementing and reviewing Individual Support and Care plans and Individual risk assessments for learners with medical needs, ensuring that EHCP recommendations are implemented
• Line managing a team of Learning and Care Support Assistants, and providing support and training for staff in relation to the individual needs of students

You will be a Registered Nurse or Qualified Nursing Associate/Healthcare Assistant who can demonstrate the following:

• Trained in Manual Handling, First Aid, Safe Administration of Medication, Epilepsy, Anaphylaxis, Dysphagia and Diabetes including the safe administration of emergency medication  
• Knowledge of the Children and Families Act and the SEN and Disability Code of Practice 0-25 years and associated regulations
• Experienced in working with learners with Profound and Complex SEND  
• Extensive understanding of CQC Standards and Regulations
• Experienced in producing individual Care Plans and Risk Assessments
• Good understanding of Health and Social Care processes
• The ability to manage a team effectively

The post holder will be based at Barra Hall, Hayes, and must be willing and able to travel to other college sites when required. 

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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