Welfare Assistant

Description:

A welcoming two-form-entry primary school in Harrow is seeking a caring and organised Welfare Assistant for a long-term maternity cover contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children's health, safety and emotional wellbeing within a busy school environment.

Role Information

Location: Harrow, Middlesex
Position: Welfare Assistant
Contract: Maternity coverResponsibilities

Provide first aid to pupils, staff and visitors, including responding to medical emergencies
Manage the welfare room and support sick, injured or distressed pupils
Record accidents and medical incidents using Medical Tracker
Maintain medical records, care plans and consent documentation
Manage pupil medication, inhalers, EpiPens and expiry dates
Liaise with parents, healthcare professionals and school staff
Coordinate immunisations, vaccinations and health checks
Maintain first-aid supplies, equipment and school first-aid kits
Prepare medical information and resources for school trips
Report safeguarding concerns in line with school procedures
Support the school office and reception team when requiredRequirements

Previous experience as a Welfare Assistant or in a similar medical, pastoral or school-based role
A current Paediatric First Aid Training and Certificate
A caring, empathetic and approachable manner
Excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills
Ability to remain calm when dealing with illness, injury or emergencies
A strong understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding
Ability to work independently and as part of a teamThe successful Welfare Assistant will join a supportive and inclusive primary school community in Harrow, helping to ensure that pupils receive high-quality medical and pastoral care throughout the school day.

What the school offers

A friendly and welcoming staff team
Strong support from senior leaders and governors
A positive working environment where staff wellbeing is valued
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's health and wellbeing
A well-established two-form-entry primary school based in HarrowThis Welfare Assistant role in Harrow would suit a compassionate individual looking for a rewarding long-term position within a supportive primary school.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply with their CV to be shortlisted for an initial conversation regarding.

Academics is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and all other safer recruitment and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy