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Welfare Officer | Harrow | Immediate Start
A large, inclusive and diverse primary school in Pinner, Harrow is seeking a caring, organised and reliable Welfare Officer to join its dedicated team on an immediate start basis, initially until February half term.
This Welfare Officer role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children's wellbeing and who can provide a calm, reassuring presence throughout the school day. The Welfare Officer will be responsible for first aid, administering prescribed medication, maintaining medical records and supporting pupils with ongoing health needs.
Benefits | Welfare Officer
- Immediate start, initially until February half term
- Join a large, inclusive and welcoming primary school
- Work alongside a dedicated and supportive staff team
- Excellent opportunity to develop experience in pupil welfare, first aid and healthcare
- Meaningful role supporting children's health, safety and emotional wellbeing
- Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:45pm
- Excellent transport links, with Pinner Station approximately a 6–8-minute walk away
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Key Responsibilities | Welfare Officer
- Act as the first point of contact for pupils who are unwell or injured
- Provide first aid and administer prescribed medication
- Maintain accurate and confidential medical and welfare records
- Support pupils with asthma, diabetes, allergies and other ongoing medical needs
- Maintain pupil care plans and individual healthcare information
- Liaise sensitively with parents, carers, staff and healthcare professionals
- Maintain the medical room and first aid supplies
- Organise health visits including vaccinations, vision screening and health programmes
- Complete injury reports and maintain accurate medical records
- Support pupils requiring intimate care or additional assistance
- Follow safeguarding, confidentiality and child protection procedures
Requirements | Welfare Officer
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- Bachelor’s degree from a UK university
- Relevant first aid qualification, such as Paediatric First Aid (essential)
- Experience working with children in a school, healthcare or welfare setting
- Strong organisation and communication skills
- Caring, patient and empathetic approach
- Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Experience administering medication or managing healthcare plans is desirable
This Welfare Officer position is an excellent opportunity for a caring professional to join a well-regarded Harrow primary school and make a genuine difference to pupils every day.
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Welfare Officer role in Harrow. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Welfare Officer role.
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