School Welfare & Health Support (Maternity Cover)

Academics; Harrow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A Welfare Assistant role at a welcoming two-form-entry primary school in Harrow, Harrow, is a long-term maternity cover opportunity. The post focuses on supporting children’s health, safety and emotional wellbeing within a busy school environment, with duties spanning first aid, medical records and safeguarding.

The successful candidate will join a supportive community, contribute to high-quality medical and pastoral care, and work with parents and staff to ensure pupils’ wellbeing throughout

Qualifications

• Paediatric First Aid Training and Certificate required.
• Excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills.
• Caring, empathetic and approachable manner; ability to work calmly in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid to pupils, staff and visitors, including medical emergencies.
• Manage the welfare room and support sick, injured or distressed pupils.
• Record accidents and medical incidents using Medical Tracker.
• Maintain medical records, care plans and consent documentation.
• Manage pupil medication, inhalers, EpiPens and expiry dates.
• Liaise with parents, healthcare professionals and school staff.
• Coordinate immunisations, vaccinations and health checks.
• Maintain first-aid supplies, equipment and school first-aid kits.
• Prepare medical information and resources for school trips.
• Report safeguarding concerns in line with school procedures.
• Support the school office and reception team when required.

Job description

A Welfare Assistant role at a welcoming two-form-entry primary school in Harrow, Harrow, is a long-term maternity cover opportunity. The post focuses on supporting children’s health, safety and emotional wellbeing within a busy school environment, with duties spanning first aid, medical records and safeguarding.

The successful candidate will join a supportive community, contribute to high-quality medical and pastoral care, and work with parents and staff to ensure pupils’ wellbeing throughout