Medical Room Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Essex; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly and supportive environment

Professional development and training

Term-time working pattern

Make a positive difference to students

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a caring Medical Room Assistant for a secondary school in Tendring, Essex. You will manage the school's medical room, provide first aid and support students with medical needs throughout the day.

The role involves administering prescribed medication, maintaining records, safeguarding duties, and effective communication with parents and healthcare professionals. Term-time pattern offers work-life balance, with training opportunities available.

Qualifications

• First Aid qualification (or willingness to undertake training)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm and professional in emergency situations
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and medical support to students and staff.
• Administer prescribed medication in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and accident reports.
• Support students with ongoing medical conditions and individual healthcare plans.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers and healthcare professionals when required.
• Monitor and maintain medical supplies and equipment.
• Promote student wellbeing and contribute to safeguarding and welfare practices across the school.

Skills

First Aid

Communication

Organisation

Calm Under Pressure

Safeguarding

Job description

Medical Room Assistant

Location: Tendring, Essex
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday
Contract: Full-time

Join Our Team

We are seeking a caring, organised and professional Medical Room Assistant to join our supportive secondary school community in Tendring. This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about promoting the health, wellbeing and safety of young people.
Working closely with students, families, school staff and external healthcare professionals, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the school's medical room, providing first aid and supporting students with medical needs throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and medical support to students and staff.
• Administer prescribed medication in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and accident reports.
• Support students with ongoing medical conditions and individual healthcare plans.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers and healthcare professionals when required.
• Monitor and maintain medical supplies and equipment.
• Promote student wellbeing and contribute to safeguarding and welfare practices across the school.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• A genuine commitment to supporting young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to remain calm and professional in emergency situations.
• A recognised First Aid qualification (or willingness to undertake training).
• Previous experience in a healthcare, school, care or related setting is desirable but not essential.
• An understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities.

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Term-time working pattern, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of young people every day.

Safeguarding Statement

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We look forward to hearing from you.