First Aid Coordinator and Administrative Assistant - Hamilton College (permanent, term time)

Hamilton College is a non-denominational Christian Independent School for children and young people from the ages of 2-18. The school encompasses Nursery, Junior and Senior levels generating a truly ‘family’ atmosphere for the individual as they journey through the school. Christian values underpin everything we aim to do in the school.

We are seeking a dedicated and organised individual to take on the role of First Aid Coordinator. The First Aid Coordinator plays a vital part in maintaining a safe, caring and well managed school environment. This is a dual responsibility role combining first aid management with key administrative and attendance duties.

The successful candidate will

• · Take the lead on all first aid provision within the school
• · Respond promptly and appropriately to first aid incidents
• · Support learners with ongoing medical needs
• · Maintain accurate medical records in line with school policies and statutory guidance
• · Oversee first aid supplies, equipment and compliance checks
• · Work closely with parents, staff and external health professionals to ensure the highest standard of care

In addition, the First Aid Coordinator and Administrative Assistant will support the smooth running of the school office by assisting with daily attendance procedures which include

• · Recording learners’ attendance accurately
• · Ensuring compliance with school attendance policies
• · Handling sensitive information securely in line with GDPR requirement

The successful candidate should have the following attributes -

• Calm, reliable and able to respond confidently to first aid situations
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Communicate effectively with learners, staff, parents and health professionals
• Can work independently while being a positive member of a busy administrative team
• Has (or willing to gain) relevant first aid qualifications

The successful applicant must either be an existing member of the PVG Scheme or be prepared to join this scheme and prove their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. An offer of employment will be subject to two satisfactory references and a clean report from Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme.

Application deadline: 23 February 2026, although we welcome early applications.

Start date: March 2026

If you would like more information, please contact the PA to the Headteacher on 01698 282700 or headteacher@hamiltoncollege.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

To apply for this post please complete our application form and write a letter to the Headteacher outlining your interest in the post. Applications should be sent to hcapplications@hamiltoncollege.co.uk by noon on 23 February 2026.

An application form and full details are available from our website.

Hamilton College is a registered charity - SC006206