OVERVIEW

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Schools Health and Wellbeing Assistant at Westonbirt Schools. The Health and Wellbeing Assistant is responsible for supporting the Health and Wellbeing department providing administration for the department and medical care to boarding and day pupils of Westonbirt School and first aid care to all members of the school student community.

• To assist in the provision in the care to pupils of both schools whilst on site. This will include organising rotas, clinics, doctor’s surgeries, arranging for pupils to attend medical, dental or other health appointments, assessing and implementing in-patient care, providing provision of first aid and emergency care.
• To assist in promoting health & wellbeing across both schools, keeping up to date with current health initiatives.
• To take effective preventative health measures including monitoring and following specific directives and best practice in respect of immunisation procedures, infectious diseases control & the safe disposal of clinical waste.
• Comply with the schools health and Safety policy and whilst on duty, take specific responsibility for all health and safety matters relating to the Health & Wellbeing Centre: maintain stock of First aid kits, ensure the safe storage, usage and disposal of medical supplies and drugs, maintain stock, hygiene and tidiness, maintain records of reported accidents.
• To assist in the maintenance of medical and nursing records, including computerised records, accurately, confidentially and safely, record the dispensing of drugs following protocols, set up and organize School medical examinations and maintain general office procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of training in all areas of practice. Work closely with other members of the Health & Wellbeing Centre team ensure seamless and continuous care is provided and liaise with house staff, tutors, teachers, school staff, school doctor, social services if need be and other internal or external departments as necessary.
• At all times, work within the school’s policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the School’s Health & Safety, Child Protection, the Health and Safety at work Act and National Care Standards
• To help maintain a stress-free, secure and happy community for the pupils whilst promoting and developing a positive school ethos
• Undertake other reasonable duties as required by the Head of Boarding and the Lead Health and Wellbeing Nurse.