First Aid/Medical Officer

This is an exciting time to join Landau Forte Academy, Amington. We are a forward thinking 11-16 academy on a mission to provide high quality education for our local community and in May 2022 we were judged GOOD in all areas by Ofsted. We have high expectations for our students and our academy is built upon our shared values: ambitious, brave and kind. If successful you will become part of our community. You will be supported in your career with opportunities to achieve nationally recognised qualifications. We care about our staff and staff well-being is integral to our decision making.

Key Information

• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Term time only
• Start date: August 2026
• Salary: Competitive
• Closing Date: Monday 29th June 11am

Person specification

• Holds a recognised first aid qualification (or is willing to undertake training).
• Has experience in a first-aid, medical, school, or healthcare setting.
• Is calm, patient, and confident in responding to emergencies.
• Understands safeguarding responsibilities and confidentiality.
• Is organised, accurate, and able to maintain essential documentation.
• Communicates effectively with young people, staff, and families.
• Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to student wellbeing.

Job description

• Provide immediate and effective first aid to students and staff during the school day.
• Manage ongoing medical conditions, care plans, and medication in line with statutory requirements.
• Maintain the academy’s medical room, supplies, and first-aid equipment.
• Keep accurate records of all medical incidents, care plans, and medication logs.
• Liaise with parents/carers regarding injuries, illnesses, or medical updates.
• Support the safeguarding team where health issues overlap with student wellbeing.
• Assist with risk assessments for students with medical needs and for school events/trips.
• Promote good health, hygiene, and wellbeing across the academy.

What we can offer you

• A supportive, cohesive and exciting working environment
• The chance to work with genuinely enthusiastic and happy students and staff
• Career prospects within an innovative and ambitious Multi Academy Trust
• A meal allowance, commensurate with your working hours
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Healthcare Cash Plan, from Westfield Health

Apply for this job

• Complete the application form online
• Or send your application
• Send your completed application, along with a covering letter to recruitment@lfct.org.uk or post it to:
• HR Officer
• Landau Forte Charitable Trust
• Ashby Road
• Tamworth
• Staffordshire
• B79 8AH

All appointments made are subject to satisfactory references and a criminal background check. Landau Forte Charitable Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this post.