An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Student Welfare Officer to work in a job share role for 13 hours per week, working alongside our student services team. At the Misbourne, staff are our greatest asset, and you will be supported and challenged as part of a friendly, hardworking and dedicated team to provide terrific care for our young people. The main responsibility is for first aid support to students and staff in case of injury or illness on school premises, assessing the situation, administering appropriate first aid treatment, and coordinating further medical care when necessary, while adhering to all relevant health and safety guidelines and maintaining accurate records of incidents.

The role is demanding and you will be expected to lead on student medical needs in addition to supporting the Student Services team with reception and administrative tasks, where appropriate. The ability to work professionally under pressure, to meet deadlines and operate flexibly within the changing needs of the school is essential. Knowledge of the school environment is desirable but not essential as training can be provided; however the new post-holder will be able to demonstrate proven skills and abilities of working in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills are essential as is enthusiasm, commitment and a willingness to play an active role in the life of the school. You will work alongside our Student Services team and the mental health first aiders to provide a holistic, supportive environment.

Requirements for the role:

• 3-day First Aid Qualification or willingness to take the 3-day qualification course

• Medical knowledge: Basic understanding of common childhood illnesses and injuries

• Strong communication skills - the ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, and families in emergency situations 

• Decision-Making Skills: Ability to quickly assess situations and make appropriate first aid decisions 

• Professionalism: Maintain a calm and composed demeanor during emergencies

Key responsibilities of the Student Welfare Officer role are to:

• assess First Aid problems presented by students and staff, taking appropriate action in the event of an emergency and communicating with staff and families as necessary and recording information on ClassCharts

• be responsible for administering prescribed drugs which are necessary to be taken by students during the school day, ensuring that parental consent is obtained and recorded

• be responsible for the safe-keeping of prescribed drugs in a locked cupboard

• attend to minor medical needs of students, such as administering plasters, ice packs etc as required, and look after students who feel ill. To inform the Head Teacher in the event of more serious medical concerns and make the necessary arrangements for families to be contacted

• advise on general health matters as presented by the staff and students, and communicate with families as appropriate

• co-ordinate, administer and maintain Individual Health Care Plans for students with specific medical needs in conjunction with families and any other relevant health care professionals

• meet with students returning to school after an injury which impacts mobility, hearing or sight and agree a personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP), liaising with the Assistant Headteacher: Pastoral

• make arrangements for vaccination sessions, hearing tests, eye sight tests held by the Local Authority for the relevant age groups of students, undertaking the necessary communications and ensuring appropriate records are completed and retained

• enter all student medical information into SIMS, maintain accurate records in accordance with new and changing medical needs, and inform staff of relevant information, including for all school trips

• liaise with class teachers regarding confidential medical matters

• complete an online accident record of all incidents and accidents, including details of injuries, 

• carry out monthly stock audits of all First Aid boxes and First Aid kits throughout the school (including those used for trips) and ensure they are replenished. Ensure all emergency First Aid medical equipment is in good working order

• be responsible for maintaining stocks and ordering medical supplies and equipment in order to ensure adequate emergency medical resources exist within the school

• keep an accurate list of all staff accredited with First Aid at Work, together with dates of expiry, and arrange training to ensure that an appropriate number of staff for all areas of school are trained in these skills

• take responsibility for the medical room and ensure it is kept clean and tidy

• maintain confidentiality of information acquired while undertaking duties for the School

• carry out risk assessments for students returning to school after a period of absence, e.g. broken limbs, operations.

About the Misbourne:

The Misbourne is an 11-18 mixed school single-academy trust in the picturesque village of Great Missenden in the heart of the Chilterns. We have over 1100 students on roll, including a successful and growing Sixth Form. We are proudly non-selective and inclusive, ensuring that we live and breathe our values: we are a community that values learning, promotes kindness and strives for excellence in all we do.   We are the Lead School for Careers in Bucks. 

Our staff tell us they genuinely feel like part of a team; a team who are striving to help each student flourish both academically and personally. As our greatest asset, we place great emphasis on staff wellbeing evidenced in our Wellbeing Charter.

Excerpts from our successful 2022 Ofsted inspection include:

● students told inspectors that the clear and fair behaviour system helps them to behave well

● Relationships between staff and students are strong

● students conduct around the school is orderly and calm

● Pastoral care puts the child at the heart of everything the school does.

We can offer you:

● An academy that puts wellbeing at the top of their priorities, evidenced by our Wellbeing Charter

● Students who are a pleasure to work with

● Great training and development opportunities

● An experienced, friendly, and collaborative team of staff

● A two-week October half-term

● Free access to our own fully-fitted gym (subject to opening hours)

● Cycle to Work Scheme

● Free on-site parking