Medical Support Officer (UCC038BC)

Medical Support Officer

Uppingham Community College
Salary: Rutland NJC Grade 5 Pay Point 12-17(£25,193 - £27,329 per annum, approximate starting salary of £25,193)

Hours: Term-time, plus 2 weeks (working 40 weeks per year)
Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm

About the Role

Uppingham Community College are looking for a caring, experienced and enthusiastic Medical Support Officer to join our team and be a proactive integrated member of the School Staff Team.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide primary medical care and first aid to students and staff during school hours.
• To support pupils’ wellbeing by identifying health needs, managing medical conditions, and advising on appropriate care plans and reasonable adjustments.
• To work collaboratively with school staff, parents/carers, and external health services to promote a safe, healthy school environment and ensure compliance with health and safeguarding requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Basic medical knowledge, ideally with medical experience in a school or community setting.
• Up to date first aid skills desirable, training can be provided.
• Experience supporting young people with acute illnesses, injuries, and long-term medical conditions.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and child protection requirements desirable, full training will be given.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with secondary-age students in a supportive and professional manner.
• Excellent communication skills with students, staff, parents/carers, and external professionals.
• Confidence in maintaining accurate medical records and managing medication safely.
• Organised, calm, and professional, with the ability to manage a busy medical room independently.
• Decision making skills, to respond effectively to emergencies and changing priorities in a school environment.

Qualifications:

• 4 GCSEs or equivalent, to include English and Maths

  Full, clean driving licence

  First aid at work qualification

Experience:

• First aid experience
• Experience working with young people
• Good working knowledge of ICT

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Empathy with children and young people.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team.
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
• Free childcare.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

In the interests of safer recruitment, the Trust may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants in compliance with the guidance set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). Any relevant information found with regards to a candidate’s suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.

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