School Medical and Welfare Officer

Thornton College is a highly successful all-girls school located in rural Buckinghamshire. Recent ISI inspection commented positively on the ‘rapid’ academic progress made by students across the school and the ‘high levels of self-esteem and self-confidence' evident amongst students whilst the CSI inspection in 2024 judged the school as ‘Outstanding’ (CSI 2024) in all areas. Set on a beautiful 25-acre site, we offer a warm and nurturing environment alongside a broad and exciting curriculum and co-curriculum for both day and boarding students.

To start in January 2027, we are looking to appoint an experienced and suitably qualified School Medical and Welfare Officer to manage the school’s Health Centre and ensure the delivery of high-quality care to the whole school community. A genuine interest in the health and wellbeing of young people, excellent communication skills and an ability to adapt to changing situations is important.

In return, the successful candidate can be sure of working with extremely dedicated colleagues in a supportive environment. Thornton can offer a wonderful working environment, excellent CPD opportunities, free parking, access to the school gym and generous fee remission.

The Health Centre operates from 8am until 4.30pm, term time only (except for boarding induction), with attendance required at school events throughout the year, some of which take place in the evening and on specific Saturdays (such as Open Day and the School Fete).

This role is 5 days a week for 42 weeks, less 33 days holidays (including bank holidays) to be taken during school holidays.

Salary: £38,153.00 gross per annum [FTE £47,237.00].

Closing Date for applications: 30th September 2026

Interviews: w/c 5th October 2026

We encourage early applications as Thornton College reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the application process.

Thornton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS and barred list check by the Disclosures and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Thornton College will carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates in line with the updated guidance from KCSIE to identify any incidents or issues, related to suitability to work with children, that may need to be raised or clarified at interview.