First Aider

The Federation of Hackbridge Primary School and Spencer Nursery School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Lunchtime First Aider to join their team. The role involves assessing first aid needs of pupils and staff, along with supervising the dining hall and playground activities. The successful candidate will demonstrate a caring attitude, have experience in delivering first aid, and possess at least five GCSEs including English and mathematics. This part-time role offers a salary of £8,212 - £8,688 based on experience.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Focus on Staff Wellbeing

CPD opportunities

Individual staff coaching

Qualifications

• Experience of delivering first aid at work and/or paediatric first aid.
• Ability to liaise positively with staff and pupils.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess and administer first aid to pupils and staff.
• Maintain relevant records in line with school policy.
• Supervise dining hall and playground.

Skills

Confident and caring attitude

Ability to remain calm

Experience in first aid

Strong communication skills

Education

At least five GCSEs Grades 9-4/A* to C including English and Mathematics

First Aid at Work or Paediatric First Aid qualification

Job description

11.30am-2.00pm Lunchtime First Aider The Federation of Hackbridge Primary School and Spencer Nursery School•Wallington, Greater London

Hours of work

12.5 hours per week, 11.30am-2.00pm, Mondays to Fridays, term time only (38 weeks).

£8,212 - £8,688 actual salary. (Plus an annual First Aid Allowance)

We are seeking to appoint a confident, caring and organised person to join our team in the role of Lunchtime First Aider.

This role will require the applicant to assess the first aid needs of pupils (and staff and/or visitors as needed) and administer frontline First Aid and maintain the relevant records and reports in line with school policy.

The successful candidate will have experience of delivering either first aid at work and/or paediatric first aid. They will demonstrate a positive and sensitive attitude, patience when dealing with children, the ability to remain calm and the ability to liaise positively with staff and pupils.

The role may also incorporate a variety of Midday Supervisor duties at times. This could include supervising the dining hall, wiping tables, cleaning away plates, encouraging children to eat their lunch and supervising pupils in the playground and/or classrooms.

Interested candidates should pay attention to the job description/person specification and explain within their application how they meet the criteria within the person specification, whilst also describing what they will bring to the post from their own knowledge and experience.

We are looking for a practitioner who:

• Has at least five GCSEs Grades 9-4/A* to C, or equivalent, including English and mathematics.
• Holds a First Aid at Work and/or Paediatric First Aid qualification (or, if this has lapsed, be prepared to achieve this within a timeframe specified by the school in order to fulfil the role).

All applicants must show a commitment to maintaining high standards and ensuring all children make good progress by providing a stimulating, safe, secure and nurturing environment.

Why Work for Hackbridge Primary School?

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Focus on Staff Wellbeing and access to a free Employee Assistance Programme
• CPD opportunities
• Individual staff coaching (Growing Great People)
• Opportunity to be part of a growing Federation
• Chance to work in a diverse, inclusive and fast growing community
• Excellent transport links nearby
• Strong, supportive Leadership team

Applicants must:

• Address each point of the person specification (available to download below) sequentially within the Supporting Statement. Applications where this has not been completed will not be considered.
• Be aware this role can only be worked in the UK from the location provided and not from overseas.
• Be able to attend interview in person to complete all interview tasks
• Be aware that this is a training vacancy and that there is no guarantee of a substantive position when the training has ended.
• Be aware that for this role the Federation would not consider sponsoring a certificate of sponsorship/Visa and we are unable to offer advice on these matters.
• Be aware that in line with KCSIE 2025 guidelines, we will use internet searches to perform pre-employment checks on candidates as part of the recruitment process.
• Be aware that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1974, 2013 and 2020. All employees of the Federation are deemed to be in Regulated activity with children and as such all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other checks as appropriate.
• Interviews will be arranged once applications have been shortlisted.
• Previous applicants need not apply.
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high volume of applications.

Safeguarding Statement

The Federation of Hackbridge Primary School and Spencer Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, additional safeguarding checks, references, medical clearance and right to work in the UK.