The Lead First Aid and Administration Assistant will have responsibility for running the student First Aid room and providing administrative support within the school office.
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
Main Responsibilities: Responsibilities include:
- Supervision of the First Aid room
- Deal with students with the aim of encouraging individuals to return to their normal lesson as soon as appropriate
- Contact parents/carers to arrange to get the student home safely if they need to go home
- Maintain up to date records of students with medical conditions and allergies
- Liaise with the Pastoral Team and the Learning Support department so they can provide support for students
- Support students with medical conditions and administer medication according to School Policy (training will be given)
- Ensure safe storage, usage and disposal of medical supplies and drugs, within set procedures.
- Respond to first aid calls including the need for wheelchair assistance
- Complete accident reports and notify the County Council of more serious accidents/incidents
- Keep all first aid kits across the school fully stocked
- Plan and coordinate arrangements for student vaccinations and ensure that the events runs smoothly, with the minimum of disruption to student learning
- Maintain Health Care Plans under supervision of the Assistant Headteacher
Ideal Candidate: Knowledge and skills include:
- Ability to deal confidently and professionally with students, parents/carers and staff
- A willingness to undertake relevant training and keep knowledge up to date
- Effective communication skills
- Good telephone manner
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Ability to take the initiative
- The ability to input information accurately
- Office skills including Microsoft Office
Package Description: Being an employee of Northgate High School allows you access to an Employee Benefits scheme saving you money on many High Street brands, a cycle-to-work scheme, use of the sports facilities, library, and free parking. Hot meals are available on-site during term time. xwzovoh We also offer entry into a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.