Nursing Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Westbury-on-Trym is looking for a part-time Nursing Assistant. This role involves assisting unwell pupils, promoting health and well-being, and supporting the Senior Nurse. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and the ability to deliver care with empathy. The position offers benefits including free lunch and gym access.

Benefits

Free lunch

Free onsite parking

Use of school gym

Heated swimming pool access

Pension scheme membership

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience working with children.
• Good IT skills are essential for this role.
• Ability to deliver care in a calm and empathic manner is required.
• Candidate must work well within a small team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and caring for unwell pupils.
• Support Senior Nurse with pupil assessments.
• Promote health and well-being in school.
• Advocate for boarder care when necessary.

Skills

Experience with children

Good IT skills

Empathy in care delivery

Teamwork

Experience in a triage setting

Job description

Overview

Position: Nursing Assistant

Location: On site, Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3BA

Hours: This is a part-time position working 29.5 hours a week during term time. Working hours will be 8.00 am to 6.00 pm 3 days per week and 9.00 am to 12 noon every third Saturday. The closing date for this position will be Monday 22 September (8.00 am).

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early. We are looking for an experienced and empathetic Nursing Assistant to support the school.

Responsibilities

• To assist in the management and care of any unwell pupils in school and any pupils who sustain any injury whilst in school.
• Support the Senior Nurse with ensuring every pupil who attends the Health Centre is appropriately assessed and appropriate treatment is actioned.
• Actively promote health and wellbeing issues in school including supporting pupils with managing personal hygiene, sleep hygiene, mental health, healthy eating and exercise.
• Ensure every boarder receives the most appropriate care, advocating on their behalf if necessary.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with children.
• Good IT skills
• The ability to deliver care in a kind and empathic manner, always remaining calm.
• The ability to work well within a small team
• Experience of working in a triage setting is desirable

For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please see the person specification in the candidate brochure

What We Offer

• Additional benefits: free lunch, free onsite parking, use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times)
• Pension scheme membership (including life cover)

Applicants should be aware that all email communication with HR will be sent via E-teach. We recommend that you check your emails and E-teach account regularly.