First Aid Officer

Job Description

Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan Job type: Part time / From 17/02/2025 - 19/12/2025 Organisation: Schools (Government) Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Health and Allied Health Reference: 1461132 Job posted: 06/01/2025 Closes: 30/01/2025 Location Profile Aspendale Primary School SCHOOL PROFILE Our vision "Learning For Life" ensures that every student is equipped with the transferable knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing and globally connected world. Our mission Our mission is to provide a high quality, supportive and engaging learning program which builds the academic, social and emotional capacity of every student at our primary school. Our Core Values Of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Empathy guide how we teach, learn and interact at Aspendale Primary School. General Aspendale Primary School is located on a large, picturesque site in a well-established residential beachside suburb on Port Phillip Bay, 27 km south-east of Melbourne, close to public transport, parklands and recreational facilities. Selection Criteria Evidence of high standards and expertise in first aid, with a strong commitment to professional learning. Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication including the ability to utilise computer software products effectively. High level ability to work cooperatively and to a professional standard with all members of a school community - parents, students, staff. Demonstrated experience in supporting children and adults in a caring and compassionate manner yet maintaining professionalism and discretion. Evidence of experience in effective school records management, activity and injury recording, assessment and care planning. Demonstrated ability in medical emergency management and procedures. Role An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. Attendance during the school holiday periods is not required. Responsibilities Level 2 First Aid Qualification Manage student first aid and wellbeing documentation according to DE and school based policy and processes. Provide professional student support services, e.g. health advice and first aid. Manage the First Aid / Sickbay area Administer medications as required and in line with school policy. Providing health advice to staff and parents. Providing health education, interventions and resources related to specific conditions. Utilising the software provided (currently Cases21 and/or Sentral and/or eduSafe Plus) to record incidents and health centre visits. Actively participate in professional development activities as required. Lead and/or coordinate mandatory training requirements in-house for staff. Other duties as directed by Principal Class or Business Manager. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. EEO AND OHS Commitment Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position. Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students. Job classification: Contact: To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system. #J-18808-Ljbffr