Nursing Assistant

The Boarding Schools' Association; Taunton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an experienced Nursing Assistant to provide care for pupils, ensuring their health and well-being in a school environment. The role involves supporting students with personal care, managing medications, and advocating for their health needs. Applicants should have experience with children and the ability to work within a team, showcasing empathy and calmness. In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include free lunches and access to the school's gym and swimming pool.

Benefits

Free lunch

Free onsite parking

Use of school gym and heated swimming pool

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with children.
• Ability to deliver care in a kind and empathic manner.
• Experience in a triage setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and care of unwell pupils.
• Oversee, store, and dispense medication as per NMC guidelines.
• Promote health and wellbeing issues including personal hygiene and mental health.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Calmness under pressure

Job description

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.

Primary responsibilities include:

• To assist in the management and care of any unwell pupils in school and any pupils who sustain any injury whilst in school.

• Oversee, store and dispense all medication that is in school as per NMC guidelines.

• 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.

To be considered for this position, we are looking for the following:

• Previous experience of working with children.

• 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)

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.