At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide medical care and support to pupils with complex needs.
- Company: Specialist education setting dedicated to children's wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and comprehensive wellbeing package.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with ongoing training opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in the lives of children every day.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience with children, especially in SEND.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Woodford Green, Essex
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Make a Difference Every Day
Our client is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Medical Welfare Officer to join a specialist education setting supporting children and young people with complex additional needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a caring nature who is passionate about promoting the health, safety, and wellbeing of pupils while working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
The Role
- Provide medical care and day-to-day wellbeing support to pupils.
- Administer prescribed medication safely and accurately.
- Liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure medical plans are current and effective.
- Attend medical reviews and multidisciplinary meetings where required.
- Maintain the safe storage and administration of medication and medical supplies.
- Ensure school procedures relating to first aid, seizures, moving and handling, and feeding are followed at all times.
- Support the Senior Leadership Team in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for all pupils.
About You
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Experience working with children or young people (experience within SEND is desirable).
- Good IT and administrative skills.
- A caring, professional, and proactive approach.
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What's on Offer?
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment.
- Comprehensive staff wellbeing and benefits package.
- The opportunity to work within a growing specialist education setting.
Location: Woodford Green
Apply today! Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis, and interviews may be arranged before the closing date. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and all relevant safeguarding checks.
Medical Welfare Officer employer: Remedy Recruitment Group
Join a compassionate and dedicated team in Woodford Green, Essex, where as a Medical Welfare Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people with complex additional needs. Our client offers a nurturing work environment that prioritises professional development, comprehensive wellbeing benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils every day.
