Medical and Welfare Officer

We are looking for an experienced medical professional to join our Medical and Welfare Team on a full-time during term time basis. The start date of our Spring Term is 6 January 2025. Successful candidates will be able to step in seamlessly to work as part of a small on-site Medical and Welfare team, as well as independently, in order to provide outstanding first aid and medical treatment to our pupils and staff throughout the school day.

The successful candidate should be organised, able to work under pressure, able to communicate clearly and be computer literate (a knowledge of SIMS would be advantageous). A strong understanding of Child Protection issues and best practice is essential. School nursing experience would be an advantage, as would experience in pediatric nursing, adolescent health and/or A&E. We are pleased to consider applications from a variety of suitably qualified medical professionals, such as registered Nurses, Associate Nurses, Paramedic or Healthcare professionals. A RSCN, RN-Child or RGN qualification is not required for this role. A First Aid at Work Certificate will be required. Of paramount importance is a friendly, approachable personality; excellent communication skills; and an ability to work independently with confidence.

The post will require you to work during the term time plus 5 staff training and INSET days. Additional work could be available, by mutual agreement, at the weekend and outside regular term times for extra-curricular activities, sporting fixtures and school trips.

Working days/hours:

• Mondays to Fridays during term time, plus 5 days in the school holidays, to include 5 staff and Inset days, i.e. 35.2 weeks.
• Working hours will be 08:00 to 17:00, totaling 42.50 hours per week.
• Part-time hours may be considered for the right candidate.
• There is an expectation that the postholder will monitor the Medical Team email inbox regularly, checking for those that require attention, even during school holidays. 

Holidays:

• The post-holder is entitled to school holidays, less 5 staff and Inset days per annum in the school holidays, plus Bank Holidays.
• Annual leave must be taken during school holidays. School term and holiday dates are published annually. Any variances must be agreed with the Headteacher.

Pay:

The actual gross annual full-time equivalent salary based on hours and weeks worked will be between £30,031 and £35,037 depending on qualifications and experience. This is a term-time only role but you receive this salary paid over 12 months. Weekend work for Sport fixtures and training, trips and extra-curricular activities is paid at an equivalent hourly rate.

Benefits

Harrodian offers a range of benefits, including a free car park (on a first come first served basis), a cycle to work scheme, free lunches during term time, free access to some of the School’s sport and leisure facilities at stipulated times, and a defined contribution pension scheme.

Founded in 1993, the Harrodian School is co-educational and set in 25 acres of grounds with excellent facilities. Harrodian offers teachers and students alike a friendly, welcoming and exceptional school environment where classes are small and standards and expectations are high.

For further information about the role and application details, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 9.00am on Friday, 4th October 2024

Please note: We intend to appoint as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive and interviews may be held ahead of the closing date. The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the application process.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Harrodian is unable to act as a sponsor for an employment visa.

Safeguarding and employment checks: Harrodian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to receipt of satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service, checks with any applicable Overseas Criminal Records body, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK. In accordance with current Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations, online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks. Please read our Safer Recruiting Policy and Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy by selecting from our list of policies HERE.

All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  The Enhanced DBS check will give details of all spent and unspent convictions and other recordable matters. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available from HR. References will be taken up and the School may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications.