First Aider & Admin Assistant — Living Wage & Development

Gosforth Group; Middle Brunton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage employer salary guidance

On-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Great Park Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a dedicated First Aider & Administrative Assistant to join its support team. You will deliver first aid, maintain welfare records and provide reception and admin support to ensure smooth day-to-day school operations.

You’ll handle medical records, respond to enquiries, manage records/databases, and contribute to safeguarding and a professional, approachable school environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong administration and organisational abilities.
• Proficient ICT skills (Word and Excel).
• Experience of first aid, administration or clerical work.
• Experience delivering first aid to children and/or adults.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Professional, calm and friendly under pressure.
• Excellent customer service and telephone skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality first aid and welfare support to students.
• Support reception services and handle enquiries from parents and visitors.
• Maintain accurate medical records and welfare databases.
• Assist with a range of administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare policies and practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Admin skills

ICT skills (Word/Excel)

First aid experience

Child/adult first aid

Workload management

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Teamwork

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Great Park Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a dedicated First Aider & Administrative Assistant to join its support team. You will deliver first aid, maintain welfare records and provide reception and admin support to ensure smooth day-to-day school operations.

You’ll handle medical records, respond to enquiries, manage records/databases, and contribute to safeguarding and a professional, approachable school environment.