School First Aider & Admin Specialist

Great Park Academy; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Employer

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Professional development

Job summary

Great Park Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a highly organised First Aider & Administrative Assistant to join our support team. This role combines first aid provision with a wide range of administrative and reception duties to help keep the school running smoothly.

You will be the first point of contact for first aid matters, maintain medical records, support reception, and respond to enquiries from parents and visitors.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong administration and organisational abilities.
• Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience of first aid, administration or clerical work.
• Experience of delivering first aid to children and/or adults.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
• A professional, calm and friendly approach, particularly under pressure.
• Excellent customer service and telephone skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality first aid and welfare support to students.
• Support reception services and respond to enquiries from parents and visitors.
• Maintain accurate medical records and appropriate care during the school day.
• Carry out a range of administrative tasks to support daily running.
• Support the academy’s administration team and contribute to safeguarding duties.

Skills

Communication

Administration

ICT skills

First aid experience

First aid for children/adults

Time management

Professional demeanor

Customer service

Teamwork

Safeguarding welfare

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Great Park Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a highly organised First Aider & Administrative Assistant to join our support team. This role combines first aid provision with a wide range of administrative and reception duties to help keep the school running smoothly.

You will be the first point of contact for first aid matters, maintain medical records, support reception, and respond to enquiries from parents and visitors.