Medical Officer

School Medical Officer Vacancy

Strategy Education are working with a mixed secondary school in Harwich, Essex who are recruiting for a Medical Officer.

School Medical Officer

Immediate start

Full-time post, 8am – 4pm Monday to Thursday, 8am – 3.30pm Friday

Job Description

The role includes (but is not limited to) the following tasks:

* To take charge of the safekeeping and administration of student medication with parental consent.

* Administer First Aid to students and staff as needed.

* To have oversight of all matters relating to sick or injured children.

* To liaise with parents and medical personnel as required.

* To create Care Plans, with parents and HCPs, for all students with specific medical needs.

* To advise and train school staff in specific procedures which they may be expected to carry out in the absence of a trained first aider.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have:

* First Aid at Work qualification

* Successful experience of working with children in a school environment

* NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification/experience

* Good knowledge of appropriate procedures, regulations

Location: Harwich, Essex

Salary: £14.25 - £22.43 per hour depending on experience and qualifications

If you are interested and would like more information, please let me know.

Why Should You Work With Us?

Strategy Education have been working with Secondary Schools in the Essex area for over 10 years. We provide the schools with temporary and permanent staff that match their expectations. By working with us, you will be offered work that matches your requirements and career aspirations.

The successful Medical Officer will be subject to a variety of checks including eligibility to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS disclosure and full references including one from your most recent employer. Strategy Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you would like to be considered for this Medical Officer post, please apply today