Monday -Friday 8.00am to 1.00pm or 12.00pm to 5.00pm
Or
30 hours per week
Monday – Friday 7.00am to 1.00pm or 12.00pm to 6.00pm
Weeks per year
School term-times and Trust Training Days, excluding INSET days
Grade
4
Salary range
(per annum)
Support staff salary points 4 – 5
£14,766 to £14,999 (pro rata) For the 25-hour position
£17,719 to £17,999 (pro rata) For the 30-hour position
Location
Poole High School
Reports to
School Operations Director
About the Post
We are looking to appoint two part-time Student Welfare Assistants to join our busy and welcoming welfare team. We have a morning and afternoon shift available.
We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:
- Treat students/staff with first aid care whenrequired. Sending people home or tohospital,when necessary, within the guidelines of “First Aid at Work” trainingandregulations stipulated by the Health Protection Agency
- Issue prescribed medication or general “over the counter” medication only with theauthorisationof the parent or legal guardian
- Record details of all treatment or care provided to studentsintheirelectronic records and thedaybook
- Notify parents of student medical condition/accidents inschoolas necessary
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies
What we can offer you
- An opportunity to work with wonderful children and their families
- Automatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension Scheme
- Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
- A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
- Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
- Access to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brands
- Free on-site parking
- The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
- The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast
Who we are looking for
We would love to hear from you if you:
- Havea first aid qualification (or are willing and able to complete a course upon joining)
- General levelITskillswith some experienceofArboror similar management informationsystem
- General level of literacy and numeracy skills
- Experience of writing reports
- Good communicationand interpersonal skills
- Work on own initiative
You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:
The closing date for applications is Thursday 29 October 2026 at 8am. However, we reserve the right to interview and/or appoint strong candidates before this, so we encourage you to apply early. Interview date to be confirmed.
Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.
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Student Welfare Assistant (part time) in Ashington employer: Twynham Learning
Twynham Learning is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive work culture and the professional growth of its staff. Located in the beautiful town of Christchurch, employees benefit from a range of perks including a pension scheme, employee assistance programmes, and staff discounts, all while contributing to a positive learning environment for students. Join us to make a meaningful impact in education and enjoy a fulfilling career with ample opportunities for development.
