Welfare Officer

Headteacher: Nicola Harmer

Hours: > Monday and Wednesday (8.30 – 3.45) 13.5 hours per week Term Time Only

Children of today, Champions for tomorrow.

We are a vibrant and diverse community, putting learning at the heart of all that we do. We nurture children to prepare them for the opportunities and challenges of an unknown, yet exciting future.

The Post: We are looking for a Welfare Officer who will be responsible for administering First Aid to pupils and staff. The role involves liaising with parents, staff and pupils to update medical health care plans and organise routine screenings with the NHS. You will also be responsible for recording and the administering of asthma inhalers and other medicines.

The candidate should be well organised, proactive, and will be part of the Inclusion team. You will work alongside our Family Support Manager to help promote good attendance of pupils throughout the school.

This role is a job share and the successful candidate will need to commit to flexible working at times.

We offer you:

• Enthusiastic and engaged children who love to learn.
• A happy, caring school environment, where staff are committed, supportive and hardworking
• A dedicated and supportive leadership team
• An opportunity to work in an environment where all individuals are valued and success celebrated
• Commitment to staff wellbeing

You will need to:

• Administer first aid to children and the ability to keep calm under pressure
• Excellent written and spoken English and the ability to compose correspondence
• Good interpersonal skills
• Methodical and attentive to detail
• Have the ability to prioritise work schedules and good time management
• Be an innovative thinker, learner and problem solver
• Be a positive role model, who can lead and motivate others
• Be flexible and resilient
• Have high expectations of yourself and others
• Have excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Be a team player
• Have the ability to develop relationships with staff, children and their families
• Be passionate about improving the life chances of pupils

To organise a visit please contact Shantal Bradford at the School Office or email hr@brentfield.brent.sch.uk

To apply, please visit our website via the button below.

Closing date: Wednesday 14th February 2024 (Midday)

Interviews week beginning 19th February 2024

Brent Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.