First Aid Lead - Maternity Cover

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a First Aid Lead (Maternity Cover) to join our dedicated team at Fulbridge Academy. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of our pupils.

You will be responsible for providing first aid, responding to medical needs and maintaining accurate records, ensuring that children are cared for in a safe and supportive environment.

At Fulbridge, our overriding aim is to improve the lives of children by enabling them to enjoy learning and fulfil their potential through the development of resilience, curiosity, knowledge and skills needed for success.

We strive for excellence and are committed to providing a structured and supportive environment where both pupils and staff can thrive. Learning at Fulbridge is creative, purposeful and engaging, and we are proud to offer a high-quality education for all children.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a paediatric first aid qualification

• Has experience of working with children

• Has strong communication and organisational skills

• Is calm, responsive and able to act quickly in a range of situations

• Can work effectively as part of a team as well as using their own initiative

• Is committed to promoting the wellbeing and safety of all pupils

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing first aid and medical support to pupils and staff

• Managing medical needs, including care plans and medication administration

• Maintaining accurate records of first aid incidents, treatment and communication with parents

• Supporting safeguarding and wellbeing procedures across the school

• Liaising with staff, parents and external professionals where required

• Attend Vulnerable Child meetings to report on issues including allergens.

• Provide operational support for the school Allergen Lead (Assistant Principal)

To achieve our shared vision, we are looking for staff who are passionate about education and committed to making a real difference to children’s lives.

29.5hrs per week - term time only

Monday- Thursday 9.00am - 3.30pm / Friday 9.00 - 3.00pm

We encourage all interested applicants to get in touch if they are thinking about applying for the position. Tours of the school are highly recommended, please contact jo.adcock@fulbridgeacademy.co.uk or on 01733 566990

Deadline for applications is Wednesday 30th September at 10.00 am

We reserve the right to close the job advert early should we receive a high number of applications. If you have previously applied for this role in the last 6 months, please do not reapply.

The Four Cs MAT is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments involve regulated activity and are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure and two successful references. Online searches are carried out on all shortlisted candidates.