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First Aid Assistant

Vandyke Upper School

Leighton Buzzard

Salary
£19,590–£19,897 a year (actual)
Applications close
30 Nov 2026

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Salary
£19,590–£19,897 a year (actual)Advert says: £19,590.00 - £19,897.00 Annually (Actual) NJC Level 2A (points 3-4), from £19,590 to £19,897 per annum for 32.5 hours per week term-time only, plus 32.5 hours to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £25,614 to £26,016)
Location
Leighton Buzzard
Working pattern
32.5 hours per week · Term time only
Applications close
30 Nov 2026

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£19,590–£19,897 Actual

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  • 32.5 hours per week (stated)
  • NJC/SCP

As advertised: “£19,590.00 - £19,897.00 Annually (Actual) NJC Level 2A (points 3-4), from £19,590 to £19,897 per annum for 32.5 hours per week term-time only, plus 32.5 hours to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £25,614 to £26,016)”

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About the role

FIRST AID ASSISTANT REQUIRED ASAP NJC Level 2A (points 3-4), from £19,590 to £19,897 per annum for 32.5 hours per week term-time only, plus 32.5 hours to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £25,614 to £26,016) We are looking to recruit a First Aid Assistant to work in our medical room. The successful candidate will support our Student Welfare Officer in dealing with sick and injured students, making arrangements with parents/ carers and/or for further medical attention if needed. This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong team in a thriving Academy with a clear vision and ambition for our students. Previous medical experience is not necessarily required, full training for first aid and on how to use the school systems will be provided. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Helen O’Connell, Finance & HR Manager on 01525 636717 or via email recruitment@vandyke.org.uk. Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 23rd November

About the school

Employer name
Vandyke Upper School
Employer type
Academy (converter)
Address
Vandyke Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 3DY
Phase
Secondary

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first-aid-assistant
Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
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Posted by the original source
13 Nov 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs
14 Nov 2026

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