At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage medical care and health promotion for students from Nursery to Sixth Form.
- Company: A supportive college with a strong focus on student wellbeing and pastoral care.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, term-time role, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team committed to high-quality care and the Catholic ethos.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by promoting their physical and mental wellbeing.
- Qualifications: Experience in medical services and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Head of Medical Services is responsible for leading and managing the provision of medical care and health promotion across the College from Nursery to Sixth Form, including boarding provision. The postholder will be the primary professional adviser to the Deputy Head Pastoral and Director of Safeguarding regarding medical provision, student health and clinical matters within the College.
The postholder will ensure the delivery of a safe, effective and high-quality medical service which promotes the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of students and supports the wider pastoral aims of the College. The postholder will lead the Medical Department in a manner consistent with the Catholic ethos and Rosminian charism of the College, having due regard to the teachings of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, whilst continuing to meet all relevant professional standards, statutory requirements and safeguarding obligations.
The Head of Medical Services will provide clinical leadership for the Medical Department, oversee compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and work closely with pastoral, safeguarding and boarding teams to ensure outstanding care for students.
Terms of the Role:
- 30 hours per week (Monday to Friday), term-time role (34 weeks) with additional attendance during INSET days and student induction day (4 days – 2 days immediately prior to the Autumn Term, 1 day immediately prior to the Spring Term, 1 day immediately prior to the Summer Term) and school events, such as Year Group celebrations, as required.
- Work on no more than 8 Saturday mornings per school year (9.00am to 12.00pm) to support the medical provision for sport on campus.
- Some flexibility of hours is required to support the needs of the Medical Department and boarding provision.
- Participation in the Medical Department overnight and on-call rota is required.
- Due to the nature of the role, all holidays must be taken outside of the school term and INSET/student induction days.
Head of Medical Services in Syston employer: Catholic Independent Schools
As an esteemed educational institution, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our commitment to the wellbeing of both students and staff is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. Located in a vibrant community, the College offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while working within a framework that aligns with our Catholic ethos and values.
Contact Details:
Catholic Independent Schools Recruitment Team
