School First Aider & Administrator
Montsaye Academy, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN14 6BBThis job expired on 27 November 2023
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
27 November 2023 at 9am
Date listed
13 November 2023
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 30 hours per week 39 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade D Points 3 - 4 £20,812 - £21,189 per annum pro rata
Additional allowances
Recruitment allowance available.
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a confident, caring and organised person to join our team in the role of School First Aider and Administrator.
This role will require applicants to assess the medical and welfare needs of students and staff, and administer front-line First Aid.
The successful candidate will ensure that students with ongoing medical needs are supported in school in line with their Individual Health Care Plans, assist with the production of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans, administer approved medication to students and maintain records and reports, including those for statutory requirements. The position also includes other administrative duties in support of the wider school, making this role both varied and interesting.
Applicants must hold a full First Aid at Work or Paediatric First Aid certificate as a minimum requirement – training will be given. The post holder must be willing to undertake additional training in support of students with medical conditions such as diabetes, anaphylaxis, asthma, sickle cell disease etc. The post holder will also be required to use SIMS & Go4Schools, although training will be given. This post would be ideally suited to applicants with prior medical training and experience.
What the school offers its staff
Being part of Pathfinder Schools offers a fantastic opportunity to develop yourself, as a Trust we actively encourage collaboration and the sharing of good practice; we believe that by developing a love of learning and having the highest expectations, all members of the Pathfinder Schools community can achieve and inspire greatness.
Pathfinder Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS, Reference, Identity, Criminal Record and Medical Checks are mandatory for all posts within Pathfinder Schools.
Further details about the role
Online searches
As part of our rigorous Safer Recruitment process, Pathfinder Schools has adopted the practice of online searches for external shortlisted candidates. The purpose of the search is to enable us to fulfil our duty under Keeping Children Safe in Education and is part of our due diligence to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which we may need to discuss with you during interview.
Therefore, if you are shortlisted for a role, an appropriate online search will be undertaken on your name(s). Consent to an online search is included in the Pathfinder Schools application form. Searches are based on publicly available information, therefore where your profiles are private or are locked, no further search will be required on these pages. Any information given will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied.
Pathfinder Schools is passionate about its values of Aspiration, Responsibility and Courage, we believe that when people feel respected and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We are committed to an inclusive workforce that represents many different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints. Our employee lifecycle processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our colleagues, regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, ethnicity, age, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. While we have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion, we’re committed to moving our Trust and the education sector forward.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Montsaye Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1083 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Montsaye Academy website
- Email address
- recruitment@pfschools.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01536903399
At Montsaye Academy, our philosophy is that everyone matters. We are committed to raising standards and ensuring a culture of high expectations, where everyone aspires to exceed their potential.
Arranging a visit to Montsaye Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@pfschools.org.uk.
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