Medical Welfare Officer
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
As the Medical Welfare Officer, you will:
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
The ideal candidate will have:
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
