Relief First Aid Officer

German European School Singapore (GESS) is a world class, not for profit International School in Singapore that offers both the German Curriculum stream and the IB Curriculum stream. Currently, more than 1850 students are learning at our international school supported by more than 400 full time and part time academic and administrative staff members. Job Purpose To manage the First Aid function of the School, along with all staff members of the First Aid Team. To ensure and maintain high standards of First Aid services in the School. To provide front line first aid assistance for students and staff. Key Accountabilities First Aid – Hygienic Tasks Perform first aid duty during school hours, sports competitions and school events. Be the point of contact if a student or staff member feels unwell. Preparation of First Aid Travel Kits. Control of hygienic standards, measure of prevention. Checking of all medication on a monthly basis, follow up with expired medication. Other duties as assigned by Senior First Aid Officer (SFAO). Administrative Tasks Support the SFAO with data collection from parents when a child has chronic disease. Inform teachers/parents when a child calls in sick. Alert SFAO when infectious disease arises and send out templates accordingly. Writing of accident and incident reports. Other duties as assigned by SFAO. Knowledge and Experience Certified First Aid experience / nursing experience. Preferably nursing experience with children. Technical and Soft Skills Professional in written and spoken German and English, as you will be engaging with students, parents and colleagues who speak these languages. Attention to detail. Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships across the GESS community. To Apply We offer an exciting working environment in an international and cooperative team. Your application should include a letter of application and your complete resume. Please indicate your reasons for applying for the position. Our Selection Process At GESS we adhere to fair employment practices that consist of hiring practices that are fair, merit-based and non-discriminatory. We are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and child protection as we promote the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including satisfactory reference and background checks and the offer of employment will be subject to the completion of these. In addition, the visa entry requirements for Singapore are subject to certain requirements being met. Safeguarding Commitment GESS is committed to our responsibilities for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people. We actively recruit candidates who share our commitment to safeguarding and, therefore, apply robust and comprehensive recruitment and selection procedures. We expect all appointed staff to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant GESS Safeguarding Policy and Procedures. #J-18808-Ljbffr