Job Description

Witfields Group of Schools is a Christian School located in Hwedza and is currently looking for a Matron who can help children settle into school life. Keeping parents informed about their children's health and well-being. Making sure children's clothes are kept clean and are repaired and replaced when necessary. Looking after children with minor illnesses.
The Matron is responsible for the Pastoral care, health and welfare, and health education of the boarders in the House

Duties and Responsibilities

To be the inhouse resident boarding matron for the school.
To aid in the management and provision of a confidential counselling and health advice service.
• To provide emergency medical care, as required, to the school community .
• To demonstrate expert skills in first aid and medical care for children in particular and offering advice to colleagues on safe practice.
• To identify, prioritise and implement programmes of care that meets the public health needs of pupils.
• To report appropriate accidents to the school, keeping the Principal informed
• To develop and implement up to date regular health promotion initiatives on specific health issues and to specific groups and individuals in line with identified pupil needs.
• Prepare and implement individual care plans where appropriate, in conjunction with the pupils, parents and school staff.
• To assist in the provision of advice, management and care to sports injuries sustained by the pupils.
• Maintain and record accurate documentation and correspondence in line with compliance regulations.
• To administer and store medication correctly, checking expiry dates.
• To support review of relevant policies.
• To carry out any other duties, as appropriate to the role, when requested by the
Principal
• To ensure pupils eat well prepared meals

Qualifications and Experience

At least 5 ‘O’ Levels
Qualifications in Education, Health or social work or other relevant disciplines.
Preferably someone with a nursing background and who is willing to work with students.
Previous work experience an added advantage.
Preferably a mature lady above the age of 35 .
A Christian who can assist pupils with daily devotions