Attendance and Medical Officer – Horsenden Primary School

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Attendance and Medical Officer to join their pastoral support team at a diverse primary school. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about children's wellbeing, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' health and attendance. The successful candidate will work closely with the admin team, providing medical care and fostering strong relationships with students and staff. The school provides excellent facilities and a supportive environment for professional development, ensuring a rewarding career path in education. If you are committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Regular training and professional development

Employee assistance programme

Support through appraisal and feedback systems

Guidance from experienced leadership

Collaboration within the Ealing Learning Partnership

Competitive inner London salary

Qualifications

• Compassionate individual with a genuine interest in children's wellbeing.
• Knowledgeable about health issues affecting school attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily matters related to children’s attendance and punctuality.
• Provide medical care and implement health policies.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Knowledge of children's health issues

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to improvement

Education

Paediatric first aid certificate

Job description

Attendance and Medical Officer – Horsenden Primary School, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0fb69173646a

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Contract/Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 8.30am to 4pm, term time only + 1 week (39 weeks), permanent. Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about working with children and ensuring their wellbeing and learning? Horsenden Primary School seeks a dedicated Attendance and Medical Officer to join our pastoral support team, working closely with the admin team. This role is suitable for a registered nurse interested in working with children, a teaching assistant focused on welfare and attendance, or an administrator seeking career advancement.

The successful candidate will:

• Be compassionate with a genuine interest in building strong relationships with adults and children
• Be knowledgeable about children’s health issues and support regular school attendance
• Hold a paediatric first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
• Demonstrate commitment to improvement with excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Role responsibilities:

• Assist the PA/Office Manager and Attendance Senior Lead with daily matters related to children’s attendance and punctuality
• Provide medical care to students and lead the implementation of the Supporting Pupils with Medical Conditions policy
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people
• Work collaboratively to promote wellbeing and attendance of pupils

About the school:

Horsenden Primary School is a large, diverse primary school in Greenford, Ealing, offering excellent facilities such as a swimming pool, well-stocked libraries, and outdoor spaces, delivering an engaging curriculum.

What we offer:

• Regular training and professional development
• Support through appraisal and feedback systems
• Guidance from experienced leadership
• Collaboration within the Ealing Learning Partnership
• Competitive inner London salary
• Employee assistance programme

Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undergo an Enhanced DBS check.