School Medical Officer

Sir Thomas Fremantle School; West Boldon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sir Thomas Fremantle School invites applications for a calm, organised School Medical Officer to oversee the medical room, provide daily care to pupils and respond to emergencies. You will manage health records, administer medications with consent, and coordinate health-related activities while working with families and external professionals.

The role focuses on safeguarding, wellbeing of students, and contributing to whole-school health promotion.

Qualifications

• First aid experience and strong understanding of child health.
• Calm under pressure with clear communication to pupils, parents and staff.
• Experience in school settings with health records and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead the medical room and provide daily care for pupils.
• Administer medications in line with school procedures and consent.
• Maintain confidential medical records and ensure supplies are in date.
• Coordinate immunisation sessions and liaise with families and health professionals.
• Support safeguarding and report health trends to leadership.

Skills

First aid

Child health

Confidentiality

Job description

We're still looking for the right person to join our team!

We're reopening applications for this vacancy and would love to hear from anyone interested in becoming part of Sir Thomas Fremantle School.

Sir Thomas Fremantle School is seeking a calm, compassionate and highly organised School Medical Officer to lead the day-to-day provision of medical care across the school. This vital role focuses on promoting the physical and mental wellbeing of students and staff, providing medical and mental health first aid support, coordinating referrals where appropriate, and working closely with families and external professionals to ensure pupils are safe, supported and able to thrive.

About the role

The School Medical Officer leads and manages the medical room, providing daily care to pupils and responding confidently to medical emergencies. You will oversee healthcare plans, administer medication in line with school procedures and parental consent, maintain accurate and confidential medical records, and ensure medical supplies are safely stored and in date. The role also involves liaising closely with parents, staff and external health professionals, coordinating immunisation sessions, supporting school trips, and contributing to health promotion across the school community.

You will work closely with pastoral staff, Heads of Year and the safeguarding team, sharing relevant information appropriately and responding promptly to safeguarding concerns. Termly reporting on accidents and health trends, including RIDDOR reporting where required, also forms part of the role.

What we are looking for

We are keen to hear from candidates with first aid experience and a strong understanding of child health, wellbeing and safeguarding. You will be highly organised, able to remain calm under pressure, and confident in communicating clearly with pupils, parents, colleagues and external agencies. Experience of working with children in a school setting, administering medication, and maintaining accurate records is highly valued, alongside a commitment to confidentiality, equality and ongoing professional development.

Why join Sir Thomas Fremantle School

Sir Thomas Fremantle School is an ambitious 11-16 secondary school serving a close-knit community in North Buckinghamshire. We pride ourselves on knowing our students well, working collaboratively as a staff team, and placing wellbeing and professional development at the heart of our culture. Training opportunities are supported and encouraged, enabling colleagues to grow and develop in their roles.

Safeguarding

Sir Thomas Fremantle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment, and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.