Admin Assistant (First Aid and Medical)

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Heywood; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £25,981-£27,693 p.a.

Permanent contract 37 hours/week

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Training & development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Edgar Wood Academy in Rochdale is seeking an organised and proactive Admin Assistant with Medical & First Aid responsibilities. You will support medical records, medication administration, and welfare, while delivering friendly reception and administrative services.

The role offers a permanent contract, a 37-hour week during term-time plus four weeks, and a strong support network within Altus Education Partnership. Training and development are available.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Discretion with sensitive information
• Administrative experience in school/healthcare settings
• First Aid training desirable

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality admin and reception service
• Lead on medical and first aid provision
• Maintain medical records and assist with medication administration
• Support student welfare and act as first point of contact
• General admin support and reception duties

Job description

Edgar Wood Academy is seeking to appoint an organised, proactive and caring individual to join our administration team as an Admin Assistant with Medical & First Aid Responsibility. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in both the smooth running of the school and the welfare of our students and staff.

Working as part of a busy and supportive secondary school office, you will provide a high-quality administrative and reception service whilst taking a lead role in supporting the school's medical and first aid provision. Duties will include maintaining medical records, supporting the administration of medication, monitoring first aid processes and supplies, assisting with student welfare matters, and acting as a key point of contact for students, staff, parents and visitors. The role also includes general administrative support, reception duties, and contributing to the wider life of the school.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational and communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion. Previous administrative experience is essential, and experience within a school, healthcare or similar environment would be advantageous. First Aid training is desirable, although training will be provided for the successful candidate.

As part of Altus Education Partnership, you'll be joining a growing and ambitious trust committed to improving the lives of young people across the borough of Rochdale. At Edgar Wood Academy, our staff are at the heart of everything we do, and our recent staff survey showed that 95% of staff are proud to be part of the school and 93% enjoy working here.

What we offer

• Salary: £25,981 - £27,693 per annum (Scale 7-11)
• Permanent contract, 37 hours per week, Term Time Plus 4 Weeks
• Membership of an excellent pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A supportive and welcoming team environment

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Closing Date: 12 noon on 25 September 2026.

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.