First Aider

Olympus Academy Trust; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual pay progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bristol Zoo Project membership

Free onsite parking

Coaching/Counselling services

Termly/annual staff recognition

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Olympus Academy Trust – Winterbourne Academy is seeking a part-time First Aider to join the on-site team. The post is term-time only (39 weeks) with 13 hours across Monday and Tuesday, shared with a job-share partner.

You will act as the first aid contact, care for unwell or injured students, decide on action within your first aid certificate, and maintain records. Occasional reception cover may be required.

Qualifications

• Part-time, term-time only (39 weeks).
• Two days per week, Monday and Tuesday.
• Job-share arrangement with partner.
• Record-keeping and reporting for statutory purposes.
• Flexibility to cover main reception desk when needed.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first aid contact at the academy.
• Oversee care of students who are unwell or injured.
• Decide on appropriate course of action within certificate scope.
• Maintain records and reports for statutory purposes.

Education

First aid qualification

Job description

# First AiderEmployer: Winterbourne AcademyLocation: Winterbourne, South GloucestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £26,427 - £26,847 FTE (£7,986 £8,113 per annum)Posted: 14th September 2026Expires: 28th September 2026 08:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573960Job Reference: WIN/FA/09.26* Share :* Print**Location:** Winterbourne Academy**Post:**First Aider**Contract type:** Part time / Permanent, term time only to incl. INSET days (39 weeks)**Hours:** 13 per week To be worked over 2 days Monday and Tuesday.**Salary:** Grade 11 (NJC 5 - 6), £26,427 - £26,847 FTE per annum (pro-rata: £7,986 to £8,113 per annum)**Start Date:** As soon as possibleThis post is part of a job-share. This means that the role is shared with another employee, called a job-share partner. The successful candidate will be required to work 2 days per week and the job-share partner will work 3 days per week to ensure that the 5 school days are covered.The post-holder will act as the first aid contact at the academy, overseeing the care of students who are unwell or are injured, decide on the appropriate course of action and implement that action within the competencies of the first aid certificate held. They will also be required to maintain records and reports, including those for statutory purposes. There may also be the need from time to time to provide cover on the main reception desk.The successful candidate will hold a first aid qualification or be willing to undertake this.**Our Philosophy as an Employer**Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.**Benefits**• Pension Scheme• Annual pay progression opportunities• Cycle to Work Scheme• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates• Free onsite parking• Coaching/Counselling services• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme• Employee Assistance Programme**Closing date:** Monday 28th September 2026 8am.Please note we may close the advert sooner should we receive enough suitable candidates to hold interviews.**Date of Interviews:** As soon as possible following the closing of the advertThe Olympus Academy Trust – Winterbourne Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.