Location: Ellesmere, Shropshire

Contract: Full-Time

Hours: 33.75 hours per week (08:30–15:45, Monday to Friday)

Start Date: November 2026

Role Overview

A primary school in Ellesmere is recruiting a Welfare Officer to manage pupil health, safety, and physical wellbeing. The post holder serves as the lead internal contact for first aid, medical administration, and student welfare, maintaining active communication with staff, parents, and healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide immediate first aid and emergency care to pupils, staff, and visitors according to school policies.

• Administer prescribed medications in strict adherence to parental consents and medical guidelines.

• Create and update Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs) for pupils with chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes, or severe allergies.

• Maintain accurate, confidential medical records, incident logs, and official health reports.

• Oversee medical room operations, manage inventory, and replenish medical supplies regularly.

• Coordinate national health initiatives including annual flu vaccinations, vision tests, and growth measurement programs.

• Draft and distribute medical advisories to parents regarding public health updates and paediatric illnesses.

• Provide intimate care and individual welfare support for pupils with complex physical or educational needs.

• Report all child protection indicators immediately following established safeguarding frameworks.

Candidate Specification

Required:

• Valid First Aid certification (Paediatric First Aid preferred).

• Documented experience working with children in educational, care, or clinical settings.

• Strong administrative skills for tracking medical documentation and maintaining digital records.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with families and external healthcare agencies.

• Thorough working knowledge of school safeguarding protocols and data privacy standards.

Desirable:

• Prior background in a school medical, welfare, or pastoral support capacity.

• Direct experience managing complex IHPs and structured medication administration.

• Familiarity with Management Information Systems (MIS) such as Arbor.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit an updated CV for consideration. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure and professional references.