Welfare Officer

Welfare Officer / Student Receptionist

📍 Ealing, West London 🗓 Start Date: October 2026 🕗 Full Time | 8:00am – 4:00pm | Term Time

Loyal Blue Recruitment are working closely with a welcoming and well-run secondary school in Ealing to recruit a Welfare Officer / Student Receptionist for a permanent position starting in October 2026

This is a key role within the school, ideal for someone who enjoys supporting young people, thrives in a busy environment, and takes pride in keeping things organised, calm and running smoothly.

The Role

You will be the main point of contact for student welfare and first aid, while also supporting the wider school administration team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the lead First Aider and managing the school’s Welfare Room

• Supporting students with medical needs and keeping accurate records

• Liaising with parents, staff and external agencies where needed

• Managing student medical information, care plans and medication

• Supporting with school trips administration and welfare planning

• Assisting with general admin duties and reprographics when required

• Playing a key role in maintaining a safe, organised and supportive school environment

This is a varied role where no two days are the same, and where your work will genuinely make a difference to students’ day-to-day experience.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone reliable, organised and confident working in a school setting.

Essential requirements:

• Current First Aid qualification

• Previous experience working in a school environment

• Strong administration and organisational skills

• Confident using IT systems (e.g. SIMS / MS Office)

• Excellent communication skills with both adults and students

• Ability to stay calm and professional in busy or sensitive situations

Experience supporting welfare, pastoral care or medical needs in schools would be a strong advantage.

Why This Role?

• Be part of a supportive and well-structured secondary school

• Play a central role in student wellbeing and safeguarding

• Gain valuable experience across both welfare and school operations

• Work with a team that values reliability, care and professionalism

About Loyal Blue Recruitment

At Loyal Blue, we take a different approach.

We focus on finding the right fit for you, not just filling roles. We work closely with our candidates, offering honest communication, ongoing support, and opportunities that genuinely match your experience and goals.

Interested?

If this sounds like the right role for you, apply today or get in touch with us directly to find out more.

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