Welfare Officer

Position: Welfare Officer (Permanent)
Welfare Officer – Primary School Setting

Location:

Hillingdon

Start Date:

ASAP Start

Contract:

Full-Time | Term-Time Only

A friendly and well-established primary school in Hillingdon is seeking a qualified and experienced Welfare Officer to join their pastoral team. This is a key role supporting the health, wellbeing, and safeguarding of pupils throughout the school day.

About the School

The school is a nurturing and inclusive primary setting with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing and safeguarding. Staff work closely together to ensure children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

The Role

As Welfare Officer, you will:

* Provide first aid and medical care to pupils

* Manage medical care plans, medication administration, and accident records

* Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and work closely with pastoral staff

* Assist with safeguarding concerns in line with school policies

* Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and external professionals

* Support attendance, punctuality, and wellbeing initiatives

* Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with GDPR

About You

* Relevant qualifications (e.g. Paediatric First Aid, First Aid at Work, Health & Social Care or equivalent) – essential

* Previous experience working as a Welfare Officer or in a similar role within a primary school in the UK (essential)

* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

* Calm, caring, and professional approach

* Excellent communication and organisational skills

* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply via Uniform Education)

What’s on Offer

* A supportive and approachable leadership team

* A rewarding role at the heart of a primary school community

* Clear responsibilities and structured working hours

* Ongoing support and training