First Aid and Reception Supervisor

Cams Hill School, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8AH

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  9 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  23 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,017.00 - £27,110.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary £22,314 - £23,252 pa

First Aid and Reception Supervisor job summary

Grade: Grade C, £26,017 - £27,110 FTE

Actual salary: £22,314 - £23,252 per annum

Contract: Permanent, term time (39 weeks per year), 37 hours a week

Working hours: Monday to Thursday 0800 - 1600 & Friday 0800 - 1530

At Cams Hill School, pupils are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that providing the very best education gives our pupils the strongest life chances, and we work together as a community to make this a reality.

We are seeking to appoint a warm, efficient, and proactive First Aid and Reception Supervisor to join our supportive administrative team. This is a vital pupil-facing and front-of-house role that serves as the first point of contact for pupils, staff and visitors, delivering first aid as needed, managing the school’s medical room, and maintaining accurate records while also supervising reception, welcoming visitors, managing a range of enquiries, and ensuring the front office runs smoothly.

Our support staff play a central role in the daily life of the school. Clear routines, shared expectations and close teamwork across our front office and administrative teams mean that every pupil, parent and visitor receives a consistent, welcoming and professional experience.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in a school, healthcare or customer-facing setting, as well as those looking to begin a career in school support. Training will be provided, including safeguarding training and, where needed, the First Aid at Work qualification, alongside ongoing professional development.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a friendly, supportive and ambitious school community, where staff development is prioritised and collaboration is central to our success. If you are looking to develop your career within a culture of professional growth and high expectations, we would be delighted to receive your application.

The successful candidate will:

Have an understanding of safeguarding (training will be provided)

Be approachable, professional, and caring, with a calm and reassuring manner

Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrate sound administrative experience and confidence with IT systems

Hold (or be willing to complete) a valid First Aid at Work qualification

Be able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and remain composed under pressure

Show a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Be keen to contribute positively to the Cams Hill community and promote our core values of courtesy, courage and commitment

Key Responsibilities

Welcoming and assisting visitors, parents, staff, and pupils in person, on the phone, and via email

Maintaining the reception area and ensuring a professional first impression of the school

Providing first aid assistance and supporting pupils' health needs

Maintaining medical supplies, records, and incident logs

Supporting administrative tasks including attendance, communication, and data entry

Liaising with school staff, parents/carers, and external agencies as required

If you would like to join a school that develops pupils to become positive contributors to society and values the expertise and wellbeing of its staff, we would very much like to hear from you.

Visits to the school to see us in action are welcomed and if you require any information regarding the role please contact Kerrie Sykes, PA to the Headteacher.

We review applications regularly and interviews may be arranged before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify suitable candidates, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About the School

Cams Hill School is a state comprehensive secondary school that has high quality teaching and learning opportunities along with a deep and embedded strong academic drive. These elements, coupled with a phenomenal co-curricular programme of activities, engage, challenge, inspire and develop highly qualified, confident, resilient individuals.

We are extremely proud of our school. It is a special place to learn and work and, at Cams Hill, it is definitely the people that make the place: pupils, staff, parents and carers. All staff are part of a culture of trust, autonomy, parity and respect, and are regularly recognised for their contributions. All staff complete annual performance management reviews with the opportunity to receive progression through the pay scale and the potential to receive remuneration for exceptional performance.

Cams Hill School recognises the benefits derived from investing in our staff, and there are a number of additional benefits available to all staff:

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Free parking for all staff

Access to School Dining with Chef Manager

Free use of the Fitness Suite

Subsidised Annual flu jabs

Assistance towards eye tests and glasses

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

All posts are subject to the terms and conditions laid down in the Cams Hill School Pay Policy, and the successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other pre-employment checks. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Cams Hill School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1265 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Cams Hill School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cams-hill-school

Cams Hill is a popular and over-subscribed school which provides high quality teaching and learning opportunities along with a deep and embedded strong academic culture. It is a special place to learn and work; at Cams Hill, it is definitely the people that make the place.

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