Pupil Health and Wellbeing Administrator

Lancing College Preparatory School at Hove has a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and passionate candidate to join our team as a Pupil Health and Wellbeing Administrator.

We an independent Nursery, Pre-Preparatory and Preparatory School for approximately 285 children between the age of 3 and 13. Situated in Hove, East Sussex, the school is set in its own grounds and offers a wonderful environment for its pupils.

Duties will include:

•         Being responsible for day to day medical and first aid duties, and longer-term oversight of medical and first aid planning.

•         Working with the school’s Health & Safety officer, and assisting teaching staff with trip planning and risk assessment.

•         Supporting the pastoral care of all children, including offering 1:1 and group work on social skills and emotional literacy, whilst liaising with the Learning Support department.

Skills and experience required:

•         Experience of working within medical, first aid, counselling and/or wellbeing roles.

•         Must be a dependable and flexible team player.

•         Highly motivated, hardworking, and passionate about education.

•         Innovative and creative thinker, able to inspire confidence in children.

•         Ability to prioritise effectively and balance competing pressures.

•         Ability to see tasks through to completion within set time frames.

In return we offer:

·        Staff who work 52 weeks per year enjoy 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and free closure days between Christmas and New Year.

·        A contributory pension scheme with the College contributing a sum equal to 5% of salary provided that the staff member contributes 5% or more.

·        Comprehensive wellbeing support from Lancing’s Employee Assistance Programme which provides employees with a 24/7 support helpline and wellbeing tips including professional advice.

·        On-site parking and access to our ever popular Cycle-to-Work scheme.

·        Flexible working is something that varies from job to job but it is a benefit we try our very best to accommodate where possible.

·        Lunch for staff who work either side of lunchtime.

·        Tickets to college music, dance and drama performances.

·        Use of gym and swimming pool facilities.

·        Access to books, magazines and DVDs from the college library.

·        Staff events, Christmas parties and end of term celebrations which provide an opportunity to socialise and relax with colleague.

The closing date for applications is midday Monday 17th October 2022 although applications may be reviewed on receipt. 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applicants who have lived outside of the UK in the past 10 years are required to provide a Police Check from their country of residence. In addition, and where applicable, successful candidates are required to produce a ‘letter of professional standing’ issued by the relevant professional regulatory authority as proof of past conduct.