Health & Welfare Coordinator

Position: Health & Welfare Coordinator

Salary: £34,631 - £39,996 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term for 12 Months

Location: Sheffield

Hours: 37 hours per week x 52 weeks per year

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every step.

About the Role

We have an exciting 12 Month project to support our Health and Welfare Officer! As Health and Welfare Coordinator you will work alongside the HWO to implement practical solutions to maintain the health and safety of students with medical conditions. This role is essential to meet requirements in ‘supporting students and staff’ and is fundamental in ensuring a solid base for student achievement and mental wellbeing.

This is a fixed-term 12-month contract with the potential to be made permanent, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital role in student and staff health and wellbeing at The Sheffield College.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the HWO and Academy areas to conduct risk assessments for students
• Liaising with students, parents or guardians
• Respond and support further actions relating to First Aid or Mental First Aid incidents
• Delivering and assessing First Aid, Emergency First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid training for staff
• Monitor First Aid Room and Resources
• Undertake departmental risk assessment audits (medical conditions)
• Champion our commitment to putting students first
• Exemplify our values of Fairness, Respect & Equality

Skills & Knowledge

We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following:

• It is essential to have level 3 AET (Award in Education & Training)
• Health Care Assistant (or similar role considered) experience of working in a clinical setting (general medicine)
• Must have a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ/SVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or an equivalent Healthcare related NVQ)
• Must be in date for Basic Life Support (BLS), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and Safeguarding Children and Young People and Vulnerable Adults Level 2 training.
• A Mental Health First Aid Certification would be desirable but not essential
• Driving license and access to your own vehicle

If you would like to be a part of a successful team and a fantastic college, please apply!

What We Offer

• Enhanced Pension Contribution
• Work-Life Balance – Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
• Sustainability – Cycle to Work Scheme, Salary Sacrifice car lease scheme for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
• Continuing Professional Development
• Access to retail discounts for the Totum Card
• Supporting employees at all stages of life – enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies

Reach out for assistance with your application or inquiries about working with us:

Email: Jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Next Steps:

Closing Date: Sunday 13th October 2024

Interview Date: Mid to late October 2024 - TBC

We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you!

Diversity and Inclusion

• We value diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from everyone as a Leaders in Diversity employer.
• As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process, upon appointment, and as employees.
• If you require reasonable adjustments or support at any point, please contact us via the details above.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
• Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures.
• Further details on the employment of ex-offenders are available in the documents attached to this advert.

Application Process

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