Overview
This is a pivotal role within the Academy, collaborating with the wider team to support scholars with medical needs and foster a whole-academy culture of wellbeing. The role takes the lead in developing and implementing initiatives that enhance the health and medical wellbeing of our scholars. You will be required to engage closely with scholars to ensure the entire academy is informed about physical health conditions and provides the necessary support for full participation in school life. The successful candidate will work closely with staff and external stakeholders to promote a proactive, inclusive, and supportive approach to managing medical needs and overall wellbeing throughout the school.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. All pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.
To be a skilled user of Microsoft Office, with the ability to produce, create and edit documents using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience supporting children or young people with medical needs and working in a school or educational setting. Knowledge and understanding of common medical conditions in children. Ability to maintain strictest confidentiality and integrity. Highly organised and efficient with the ability to work to tight deadlines with excellent written and verbal communications with a range of parents, scholars and the wider community.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
About the Bobby Moore Academy / Trust
Bobby Moore Academy is an all-through school, providing a world-class education for the children of east London. A school characterised by ambition and drive it is transformational in its impact on their life chances. We are situated across two iconic sites on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and our Secondary phase is now heavily oversubscribed. We are building partnerships with the new East Bank development, including the BBC, UCL, V&A East which is bringing incredible opportunities to the young people of East London. Since the school was founded in 2017, we have set ambitious academic standards backed up by exciting enrichment opportunities, whilst nurturing and caring for the wellbeing of every child. At capacity, our two sites will accommodate over 1500 pupils, including a Sixth Form. Built on the legacy of the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games we enjoy world beating facilities including a competition standard 400m running track, full size football pitch and field events space, Astro-turf pitch, and state of the art classrooms and school buildings. Taking leadership inspiration from our namesake and the 1966 World Cup winning team we are inspired to generate transformational change for the young people in our care.
About The David Ross Education Trust: The Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education. We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment. Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all-through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
This role is permanent full time.
Responsibilities
* Lead in developing and implementing initiatives that enhance health and medical wellbeing for scholars.
* Engage with scholars to ensure the academy is informed about physical health conditions and provides necessary support for full participation in school life.
* Collaborate with staff and external stakeholders to promote a proactive, inclusive, and supportive approach to managing medical needs and wellbeing.
* Adhere to safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
Qualifications
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
* Experience supporting children or young people with medical needs in a school or educational setting.
* Knowledge and understanding of common medical conditions in children.
* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and integrity.
* Highly organised with the ability to meet tight deadlines and communicate effectively with parents, scholars and the wider community.
Benefits
* ILNJC4 FTE £30,654 per annum, £26,925.81 pro rata per annum
* Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
* Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
* Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
* Awards and Recognition Scheme
* Flexible working patterns
* Benefits Platform - Health & Wellbeing Programme - Cycle to Work Scheme
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