Pupil Wellbeing & First Aid Lead

Marchant Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A Welfare Officer role at a Derby primary school is available for a calm, caring and reliable individual. You will support pupils’ physical and emotional wellbeing, provide first aid, administer medications and maintain confidential records.

The position requires organizing pupil care plans, liaising with parents and healthcare professionals, and promoting safeguarding across the school. DBS checks apply and the role is full-time.

Qualifications

• First aid qualification such as Paediatric First Aid.
• Experience working with children in school, healthcare or similar settings.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication with pupils, parents, carers and staff.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Excellent record-keeping and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for unwell or injured pupils.
• Provide first aid in line with school policies.
• Administer prescribed medication with parental consent and guidance.
• Maintain accurate, confidential incident and medical records.
• Liaise with parents, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Support pupils with chronic health conditions per healthcare plans.
• Monitor medical room, stock control and safety.
• Organise annual health-related visits and vaccinations.
• Prepare health communications for parents.
• Complete injury reports in the school's reporting system.
• Work with external agencies as needed.
• Provide support including intimate care where necessary.

Skills

First aid

Experience with children

Organisational skills

Communication

Safeguarding

Record-keeping

Tools

Arbor

Job description

A Welfare Officer role at a Derby primary school is available for a calm, caring and reliable individual. You will support pupils’ physical and emotional wellbeing, provide first aid, administer medications and maintain confidential records.

The position requires organizing pupil care plans, liaising with parents and healthcare professionals, and promoting safeguarding across the school. DBS checks apply and the role is full-time.