We are seeking a caring, organised and reliable First Aider/Clerical Assistant to join our dedicated support staff team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people, promoting wellbeing and providing high-quality clerical support in a busy secondary school environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the health, safety and welfare of pupils, staff and visitors, while also providing efficient clerical support to Year Teams and wider school functions.
The role combines first aid responsibilities with routine clerical duties and requires an individual who can remain calm under pressure, communicate effectively with a wide range of people and maintain accurate records.
At Swanshurst School, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our students and staff. We offer
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. To comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education, we will seek and scrutinise references prior to interviews. Referees will be contacted to provide further clarification if needed. All information provided by referees will be compared for consistency against the information disclosed in your application form, and you will be asked about any discrepancies at interview.
Swanshurst is a large, outstanding school for girls aged 11-19 years. We offer excellent support and CPD for staff at all stages of their career. Ofsted (May 2024) described our school to be “an exceptional place for pupils to learn”. They described the curriculum as “exemplary” and one which “explodes into life in the classroom”. In relation to staff wellbeing, they noted that “The school is conscious of staff workload and well-being and is committed to achieving excellence in a sustainable way.” We are exceptionally proud to have been judged ‘Outstanding’ in two consecutive inspections. Ofsted (2024) judged Swanshurst to be Outstanding for a second time.
The school is part of the newly formed West Midlands Academy Trust (WMAT) which opened in January 2025. As one of the three founding members, the school has been integral to forming the Trust’s mission:
- Relentless focus upon delivering an excellent Quality of Education, resulting in strong progress and attainment for all groups of pupils.
- Emphasis upon personal development and well-being for staff and pupils.
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