First Aider/Administrator and Pupil Support
St Catherine's School
Richmond upon Thames
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 30 April 2024
Job overview
St Catherine’s is very proud of its friendly atmosphere, excellent pastoral care and strong academic reputation. All staff members work together to create a happy, confident and inclusive community, where pupils, staff and visitors feel welcome.
We seek a temporary First Aider who will play a key role as the first point of contact in the delivery of a high-quality school first aid service to the pupils of the School. This is a varied role, and the post holder will deal with a wide range of physical needs, administer first aid and support aspects of health education while also showing support and care for pupils.
The role also includes helping staff to support pupils with more complex medical needs both in school and when taking them off-site for trips and visits and liaising with parents and external agencies where appropriate.
Applications are welcome from people who do not have experience in schools but are enthusiastic to be part of a friendly and supportive community and who may be interested in other positions related to pupil welfare and/or administration. Full training will be provided.
The School also has vacancies for other support roles, including Breakfast Club, After-School Care and general administrative assistance, which can be linked to this First Aid role. More information on these roles can be provided upon request. Some roles are permanent, and the School has a flexible approach so that we can create the best role for valued staff. Applicants are invited to make their experiences and preferences clear.
All members of staff at St Catherine’s are expected to be fully supportive of the aims and ethos of a Catholic school and be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
If you feel you have the experience, enthusiasm and commitment we are looking for, then we would be delighted to receive an application from you.
Please download the supporting information and return your application form to: recruitment@stcatherineschool.co.uk
The School seeks to fill this post as soon as possible, so early applications are recommended. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Appointment will be subject to a number of safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check as part of Keeping Children Safe in Education, and once in post, receive further training and updates.
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About St Catherine's School
St Catherine's is a vibrant and caring Catholic school that welcomes girls of all faiths. Our friendly community helps each pupil develop confidence as she explores her gifts and talents and is inspired to meet challenges creatively. The School proudly combines excellent pastoral care with an innovative and ambitious curriculum that prepares girls for the 21st century.
In the Prep Department, there is an emphasis on curiosity and discovery that establishes firm foundations that later lead to success in the Senior School (where each pupil has a guaranteed place). Girls enjoy a wide range of subjects and benefit from passionate and experienced teachers who know them well, offer support and challenge at all stages, and are in regular contact with parents.
The Senior School girls certainly rise to the challenges posed by public examinations. St Catherine's is proud of its excellent value added at GCSE and A Level, and we enjoy seeing our young women go on to university courses and careers of their choice. At the same time, girls develop the resilience, compassion and confidence that ensure bright and fulfilling futures.
Those who visit St Catherine's often remark on the warm and genuine enthusiasm of our pupils. The school's Catholic Christian ethos and emphasis on values helps girls to engage with the world around them, while open discussion, time for reflection, pupil-led committees and a wide range of co-curricular opportunities create a lively environment where they can feel a sense of belonging. Our emphasis on character, and on the deeper values of compassion, integrity and resilience, is also developed through a comprehensive co-curricular programme.
St Catherine's is committed to developing its facilities, and over recent years, we have been pleased to see girls enjoying new buildings and refurbishments, like the Science Block and Sixth Form Centre, which are designed to enhance their curriculum and social experiences. We also provide exciting trips, competitions and school events throughout the year; whether it is a trip to Iceland, regional athletics finals or a part in the latest school musical, there are plenty of opportunities for girls to develop their skills and their friendships within the school community.
Staff Benefits
St Catherine's is a friendly place to work and offers many attractive benefits, including the Teachers’ Pension Scheme for teaching staff, free lunch, tea and coffee, fee reduction for staff daughters who attend the School, use of the school pool, and a great many professional and development opportunities, to name a few.
We promote a strong sense of community and a friendly work culture at St Catherine’s, and we have active Staff Committees. We offer free tickets to attend excellent school drama and music productions and host a Christmas lunch and other happy staff celebrations.
For further details, please apply and download the application pack or see our website www.stcatherineschool.co.uk.
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