Are you looking for a rewarding part-time role where you can genuinely make a difference in young lives?
Do you possess the crucial certification to provide immediate, life-saving assistance?
Could your skills keep a large, vibrant secondary school community safe and healthy?
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled and certified First Aider to join a large and diverse secondary school in Bradford on a part-time basis, starting immediately. The successful candidate will be the primary point of contact for all non-emergency medical and first-aid needs within the academy. This role requires professionalism, compassion, and the ability to maintain meticulous records while ensuring the highest standards of safety and care for all students and staff.
About the School
This particular school, located in Bradford is a vibrant, challenging, and innovative learning environment dedicated to transforming lives. The school is committed to fostering a culture of aspiration and academic excellence for every student. It is a large and richly diverse institution where staff work collaboratively to ensure a positive and supportive atmosphere, enabling students to achieve their full potential and become responsible, active citizens.
Essential Requirements & Qualifications
... - First Aid at Work RQF Level 3 qualification (must be current and verifiable).
- Proven experience administering first aid in a professional or school environment.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one)
Core Skills & Attributes
- Calm Under Pressure: Ability to remain composed and effective during emergencies.
- Excellent Communication: Clear, reassuring verbal communication with students, staff, and parents.
- Meticulous Record-Keeping: Accurate documentation of incidents, treatments, and referrals.
- Empathy and Compassion: A caring and sensitive approach to ill or injured individuals.
- Organisational Skills: Efficient management of the First Aid room, supplies, and stock.
- Problem-Solving: Quick and decisive assessment of medical situations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide immediate, competent first aid treatment to students and staff as required.
- Manage, clean, and restock the academy's First Aid room and mobile kits.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and detailed records of all accidents, incidents, and medical treatment given.
- Liaise with parents/carers, staff, and emergency services when necessary.
- Administer prescribed medication to students in line with school policy, training, and documentation.
- Monitor students post-treatment, ensuring they are fit to return to class or arranging for their collection.
- Assist in the implementation of care plans for students with specific medical conditions.
- Report serious incidents and hazards to the designated safeguarding lead and relevant school management.
- Contribute to the review and updating of the school's Health and Safety and First Aid policies.
- Participate in relevant training and professional development to maintain current skills and knowledge.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a First Aider. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.
