Job Description

First Aid Lead - Grade 4

Permanent 37 hours per week, term time only Salary: Grade 4 SCP 7 - 11: 26,403 - 28,142 (pro rota), depending on experience To start: ASAP
Are you a highly organised and compassionate First Aid professional looking for a deeply rewarding role where you can make a tangible difference every day? The Bulmershe School is seeking a dedicated and proactive First Aid Lead to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of our entire school community. This isn't just about administering first aid; it's about being the calming presence and the expert hand when our students and staff need it most, playing a crucial part in our pastoral care team.

You'll be based in our dedicated SIGNAL Centre - a calm, supportive environment with excellent facilities designed to provide the best care. We are a welcoming and supportive team, with a wealth of experience, committed to the wellbeing of our young people. In an ever-changing and complex world, we continually learn and adapt to provide the most effective support to all our students. You will be a vital link, working closely with staff, parents and external healthcare professionals.

Key Areas of Responsibility

As our First Aid Lead, you will be the cornerstone of our school's medical provision. Your key responsibilities will include:

Emergency First Aid Provision:

Providing immediate, high-quality emergency first aid to students and staff for illnesses and injuries, assessing situations and determining appropriate actions, including contacting parents/carers or emergency services when necessary.

Medical Administration & Record Keeping:

Meticulously maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records for all students, ensuring staff are informed of relevant medical needs and administering prescribed medications safely and precisely in line with student healthcare plans. This includes managing medication stock and expiry dates.

First Aid Management & Logistics:

Ensuring all first aid stock is fully supplied, well-maintained, and readily accessible. This also involves overseeing the proper use and storage of all first aid equipment, including defibrillators (AEDs) and managing internal reporting databases for incidents and injuries.

Health Planning & Liaison:

Collaborating with the NHS nursing team to discuss student medical needs, ensuring comprehensive medical plans are in place and liaising with the school's administrative team for paperwork and student data updates.

Immunisation Programme Coordination:

Arranging and overseeing the smooth running of school-based immunisation programmes throughout the academic year.

Policy & Compliance:

Upholding a strong culture of safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion, ensuring all first aid practices strictly adhere to the school's safeguarding, health & safety and first aid policies, as well as relevant national guidelines.

Essential Skills and Experience

To thrive in this critical role, you must possess:

First Aid Qualification: A Level 3 Award in First Aid for Schools and Colleges (FASch) or an Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate. Training can be provided for the right candidate. Experience with Young People: Proven experience working effectively and compassionately with young people. Exceptional Attention to Detail: An advanced level of attention to detail is crucial for accurate record-keeping and precise medication administration. Strong Administrative Skills: Well-developed administrative skills, including confidence with computer systems and data management. Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for liaising with students, staff, parents, and external agencies.

Why join The Bulmershe School

The Bulmershe School is a heavily oversubscribed school which sits at the heart of the community. We are a mixed Corvus Learning Trust Academy school of 1,500 students, who come from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We work closely with our parents, partners and feeder school to achieve the best outcomes for all of our students. We were rated as 'Good' in our last OFSTED report and are aiming for Outstanding.

We believe that The Bulmershe is a school where you can really make a difference. We look forward to your application.

How to Apply

If you'd like to find out more about role, the school, or to talk to us about options for flexible working - call: 0118 935 3353 to arrange to meet us for coffee and a chat Ready to apply? Please request our application form by emailing your interest to the Assistant School Business manager, Ms Bagley
The Bulmershe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references. Note: This job description is not your contract of employment or any part of it. It has been prepared only for the purpose of school organisation and may change either as your contract changes or as the organisation of the school is changed. Nothing will be changed without consultation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,403.00-28,142.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person