MEDICAL NEEDS OFFICER

Grade: H5 (£27,254 - £29,540 FTE)

Actual Salary £18,647- £20,211

30 hours per week,  9am - 3pm Mon-Fri,

Term Time (38 weeks) + 2 days

Hitchin Boys’ School (HBS) is a high achieving, all ability, single sex school with over 1,300 students on roll.  In collaboration with our partner schools, we have a mixed sixth form.  Our history stretches back nearly 400 years, but we embrace fresh thinking and a modern, vibrant curriculum.  We have high expectations, excellent standards of behaviour and pride in our extra-curricular activities that lead to academically successful and well-rounded students, who are well equipped for life beyond school.

We have an exciting opportunity to join the HBS team as a Medical Needs Officer.  The role leads the medical provision at Hitchin Boys’ School, providing daily care to students, staff and visitors and responding confidently to medical issues and emergencies.

You will oversee healthcare plans, administer medication in line with school procedures and parental consent, maintain accurate and confidential medical records, and ensure medical supplies are safely stored and up to date.  The role also involves liaising closely with parents, staff and external healthcare professionals, coordinating immunisation sessions, supporting school trips, and contributing to health promotion across the whole school community. 

Internally you will work closely with pastoral staff, the safeguarding team and school caterers, sharing relevant information appropriately and responding promptly to safeguarding concerns.  Termly reporting on accidents, injuries, near misses and health trends, including RIDDOR reporting where required, also forms part of the role.

What we are looking for?

We are keen to hear from candidates with first aid experience and a strong understanding of child health, wellbeing and safeguarding.  You will be highly organised, able to remain calm under pressure, and confident in communicating clearly with pupils, parents, colleagues and external agencies.  Experience of working with children in a school setting, administering medication, and maintaining accurate records is highly valued, alongside a commitment to confidentiality, equality and ongoing professional development. 

If this sounds like you and you are enthusiastic to gain experience in a high performing school, then we would be delighted to hear from you. 

What can HBS offer you?

• A school with great traditions and an excellent reputation, but with a modern outlook
• A dedicated, well qualified and experienced staff who share the goal enshrined in our school motto “Per Ardua Ad Alta” – Striving for Excellence
• Generous employer contribution to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7
• A campus that combines state of the art facilities with historic Grade II listed buildings
• A full school induction
• Leadership commitment to supporting the mental, physical & emotional wellbeing of staff/students in the school

Applications should be submitted via My New Term

Application deadline:  9:00am, Monday 16th March 2026

Interviews:  w/c 16th or 23rd March

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified.

HBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check will be carried out for all posts. 

HBS welcomes applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position.  However, we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups, as we celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.

Please visit the school website https://www.hitchinboys.co.uk. for further information on our school