LEWES OLD GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST
20,000 per year (pro rata)
Lewes
Full-time
Lead First Aider & Admin Support Description Responsible to: The Compliance and Data Protection Manager Timetable: 8:30am to 4:30pm Term time only + 5 days during holiday time. Salary: £20,000-£24,000 (including holiday pay) representing a 0.7 FTE role Pension: Group Save Contributory Pension Scheme Pro Rata School fee remission the term following successful completion of probationary period, subject to normal admission procedures Introduction Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent co-educational day school located in the historic county town of Lewes, educating children from 3 to 18 years old. The School encompasses traditional values combined with a forward approach to the education of young people, and it is proud of the family ethos and community it engenders. First established in 1512, Lewes Old Grammar School combines high educational standards and small classes in a caring, well- mannered environment together with economic fee levels. There is an extensive program of extra-curricular activities running on Friday afternoons for Yr 7-9 and many opportunities for students to take part in music and drama activities. Our Junior School at Morley House caters for children from three years old until the age of ten, and is located in an independent building in a pleasant residential area of Lewes. The Senior School occupies several architecturally historic buildings in the High Street of the ancient town of Lewes. Here we educate children from the age of 11, (Year 7), until 18 years of age, (Sixth Form), and always feature well in the Sussex GCSE and A Level league tables. Purpose of Job/Key objectives To be the lead first aider for students and staff; to work closely with colleagues to support the care, health and welfare of all students and staff throughout the school, To be the face of the health centre; to liaise with and work closely with the Pastoral team. The primary aims are to deliver effective and efficient first aid support and general administration tasks, maintaining the agreed standards of service to the students, staff and parents who make up the school community. Principal Duties/Tasks and responsibilities Main Responsibilities: • • To cover the Health Centre and be the first port of call for first aid. To undertake administrative duties. Health Centre support • • • To have confidence to work as the Lead First Aider and attend to the clinical needs of all who come into the Health Centre. To actively support the holistic well-being of all pupils, working closely with the Emotional Support Lead at the Senior School and make referrals as appropriate. To communicate as appropriate with the staff and the parents and those who have care of pupils. • Attend school events as Lead First Aider, e.g. school walk, sports day. • • • • • • To be aware of, and implement, routine procedures as outlined in the school’s policy. To adhere to Individual Health Care Plans for pupils with specific health care needs. To provide a high standard of service to pupils, employees and visitors. To assist with providing first aid treatment and medication where necessary, and onward referral to the emergency services when required. To assist with organising and co-ordinating immunisations with the NHS Immunisation team To liaise closely with colleagues, parents and teachers to ensure seamless and continuous care for pupils. Medical Records and Administration • • • • • To ensure comprehensive notes and records are made in relation to incidents/accidents, and reported to relevant staff as necessary, in accordance with the school’s first aid & safeguarding procedures. To work in close conjunction with Admissions regarding the collection of medical information from new joiners to the school. To maintain student confidentiality whilst being fully aware and conversant with the requirements of the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. To assist with ensuring relevant medical advice/guidance notes are prepared for pupils for trips and outings as necessary. To record the dispensing of medication following school protocols. • • • • • • • To follow procedures for safe disposal of clinical waste. To ensure safe storage and use and disposal of medical supplies and drugs. To assist with maintaining Health Centre stock, hygiene and housekeeping standards. To assist with weekly checks of the Defibrillator and request servicing as necessary. To assist with the maintenance of all First Aid Kits. To respond to emails promptly. To assist with administrative tasks as directed. • Contribute to policies, risk assessments, EHC and PEE plans where needed, with support from the Compliance Manager. • Attend Health and Safety meetings. General Requirements • • • To carry out all duties in accordance with Lewes Old Grammar School’s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures and in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation as appropriate. To comply with Lewes Old Grammar School’s operating policies and procedures as issued from time to time, particularly the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. To carry out any other duties that might reasonably be required from time to time according to the needs of the School. Further Details The full Job Description and Application Form are available from the Careers Section of our website https://logs.uk.com/about-logs/working-at-logs/vacancies/ Applications must be made using the school’s Application Form, Equal Opportunities Form along with a covering letter of application, including full contact details of two referees. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form. Any queries regarding the application process should be directed to the HR Coordinator, hr@logs.uk.com. Please send completed application forms to the HR Coordinator at hr@logs.uk.com. Lewes Old Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and sign a self- disclosure form. Interviews References will be requested for shortlisted candidates, prior to interview. Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.