Welfare Officer

Role:School Health and Wellbeing Officer School:Outwood Academy Normanby Start Date:September 2026 Salary (Actual Salary):Grade 5, SCP 9 (£18,695, - £19,845) Contract:Part-time/Permanent Working Pattern:30 Hours per week ,Monday to Friday, 8.00am until 2.30pm,Term Time only plus 5 days About the Role: Outwood Academy Normanby is looking for a dedicated and empathetic Health and Wellbeing Officer to champion the holistic care of our school community. In this pivotal role, you will be a frontline advocate for student welfare. You won't just be managing health, you’ll be directly contributing to transforming the lives and futures of young people within our community. Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 1. Medical & First Aid Management Lead First Aid Provision:Act as the primary point of contact for medical assistance for both students and staff. Clinical Administration:Manage the storage and administration of medicines, maintain accurate medical databases, and ensure first aid supplies are fully stocked. Healthcare Planning:Produce and manage Individual Healthcare Plans and support students with SEND. 2. Mental Health & Emotional Support Direct Intervention:Provide one-to-one drop-in sessions for identified students needing consistent emotional support. Crisis Management:Provide students with a calm and grounded presence during moments of acute emotional distress for students. Specialist Referrals:Facilitate and support onward referrals to external specialist services to ensure no child falls through the gaps. Strategic Support:Contribute to SEND support plans specifically where mental health concerns are a barrier to learning. Safe Spaces:Lead the development and maintenance of "Safe Spaces" within the academy to provide students with a sanctuary for regulation. 3. Cultivating a Positive Health Culture Community Engagement:Plan and lead health events, including drop-in sessions for parents and carers to strengthen the school-home link. Advocacy & Education:Promote national and contextual health initiatives (e.g., substance abuse awareness, obesity prevention) through assemblies, Personal Development (PD) sessions, and academy events. Student Voice:Launch and lead a "Healthy Schools" student group, ensuring that pupils have a direct say in the health and wellbeing culture of their academy. Welcome from the Principal Thank you for your interest in Outwood Academy Normanby. Serving the communities of Normanby, South Bank, Grangetown, and Eston in Teesside, we work with students who come from diverse backgrounds and often face socio-economic challenges. This context provides a unique and deeply rewarding opportunity for passionate educators. Our clear intent is that all students deserve every opportunity to reach their full potential, and this unwavering belief drives our commitment to providing a high-quality education. While the role can be challenging, requiring adaptability, resilience, and a creative approach, the rewards are immense. Witnessing student progress and knowing you've shaped their future is incredibly fulfilling. We are a close-knit, supportive team that invests heavily in staff professional development within the Outwood Family. If you are a passionate, dedicated individual ready to embrace the challenges and celebrate the rewards of making a tangible difference, we encourage you to apply and visit our school. Mark Robinson If you have any questions about this role, or would like to visit the academy, please contact Kerry Cope onk.cope@normanby.outwood.com Responsibilities You will be the lead professional responsible for delivering first aid and attending to the medical needs of students and staff. This involves safely collecting, storing, and administering medication. You are responsible for ensuring accident reports andRIDDOR forms are completedin accordance with the Health and Safety Policy and producing Individual Healthcare plans, PEEPs, and Risk Assessments for N Code Children. Duties include liaising with School Health for testing and immunization programmes, promoting health initiatives (like healthy eating), and providing basic First Aid training for staff. To view the Job DescriptionClick Here Qualifications Candidates must hold a current First Aid qualification. A Managing Medicines qualification is desirable, or a willingness to obtain it. Essential experience includes familiarity with accident reporting, specifically RIDDOR/HSE reportable accidents. You must exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills, including listening skills, coupled with an excellent working knowledge of standard computer packages. The role requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team, and the capacity to work on your own initiative with a flexible and adaptable approach. To view the Person SpecificationClick Here