Medical Room Assistant

Comberton Village College; Otley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Comberton Village College in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Medical Room Assistant to support pupils\' health needs with routine medical care and first aid across the school day.

You will administer prescribed medication, liaise with parents, and maintain accurate records in collaboration with the Pupil Wellbeing Officer. The role requires strong communication and organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Qualifications

• First aid qualification desirable; training can be provided.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Calm and professional when handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine medical care and first aid to pupils.
• Administer prescribed medication as directed.
• Liaise with parents and carers and maintain pupil health records.
• Support the wellbeing team and respond effectively in emergencies.

Job description

MEDICAL ROOM ASSISTANT

Salary: NJC Scale 4, Points 7 to 11 (£27,274 to £29,071 per annum FTE). Actual salary £14,033.92 per annum on point 7.

Contract: Permanent. Part time - 22.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday.

Term time plus 2 training days in September and October (38.4 weeks per year)

Start date: January 2027

Place of work: Comberton Village College, Comberton, Cambridgeshire

Are you a calm, caring and organised individual who is passionate about supporting the wellbeing of young people? We are looking for a Medical Room Assistant to join our dedicated team and help provide a safe, supportive and responsive healthcare service for pupils across the school.

Working closely with the Pupil Wellbeing Officer, you will support pupils who attend the medical room, provide routine medical care and first aid, administer prescribed medication, liaise with parents and carers, and maintain accurate records. You will play an important role in ensuring pupils receive the care and support they need throughout the school day.

We are seeking someone with excellent communication and organisational skills who can remain calm under pressure, handle sensitive information confidentially, and respond effectively in emergency situations. A First Aid qualification is desirable, although training can be provided for the right candidate.

This role is Monday to Friday, working 4.5 hours per day across the school day. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others and wants to make a positive difference to the health, wellbeing and educational experience of our pupils.

Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in healthcare, education, administration, or other people-focused environments.

In return, we offer the opportunity to work within a supportive school community where your contribution will make a real difference to the experience of our pupils, families and staff.

Comberton Village College is a highly successful 11-18 comprehensive school of approximately 2,000 students, including a thriving sixth form. Our staff are ambitious for young people, committed to inclusion and proud of the transformative impact that education can have on students' lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school where safeguarding, pastoral care and student success are at the heart of everything we do.

For further details on our school please visit our website Welcome - Comberton Village College