Medical Officer – Specialist SEND School – Maternity Cover

Location: Billericay, Essex
Job Type: Full-Time | Monday – Friday
Contract: Maternity Cover
Start Date: November 2026
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Agency: TeacherActive

About the Role

TeacherActive is currently recruiting a dedicated, compassionate and experienced Medical Officer to join a specialist SEND school in Billericay, Essex, on a full-time maternity cover contract starting in November 2026.

The school supports children and young people with a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, additional learning difficulties and complex behavioural needs.

We are looking for a caring, organised and proactive individual who is confident managing the medical and healthcare needs of pupils within a busy educational environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in school healthcare, medical administration, first aid or healthcare support who is passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day medical and healthcare needs of pupils within the school.

• Administer prescribed medication in accordance with school policies, individual healthcare plans and relevant training.

• Provide first aid and respond appropriately to medical incidents and emergencies.

• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records, medication logs and healthcare documentation.

• Support pupils with ongoing medical conditions, including asthma, allergies, epilepsy and other healthcare requirements.

• Work closely with parents, carers, teaching staff and external healthcare professionals.

• Assist with the development and implementation of individual healthcare plans.

• Ensure medical supplies, first aid equipment and medication are appropriately stored and monitored.

• Promote pupil wellbeing, safeguarding and a safe school environment.

• Follow all relevant safeguarding, confidentiality and health and safety procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a Medical Officer, School Medical Assistant, Healthcare Assistant or similar healthcare support role.

• A relevant first aid qualification or willingness to complete additional training.

• Knowledge of medication administration and healthcare procedures.

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or SEND setting.

• An understanding of SEMH needs, autism and challenging behaviour would be advantageous.

• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.

• Confident communicating with pupils, parents, school staff and healthcare professionals.

• A compassionate, calm and professional approach.

• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Work with TeacherActive?

• Competitive rates of pay.

• Full-time maternity cover opportunity within a specialist school.

• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.

• Access to ongoing training and professional development.

• Opportunities for further temporary and long-term placements.

• £100 Amazon voucher referral scheme when you refer a friend who successfully works through us (terms apply).

• PAYE payment options with no hidden administration fees.

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced and compassionate healthcare professional looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist school in Billericay, Essex, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today with your up-to-date CV, and a dedicated TeacherActive consultant will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.