About The Role Ark Charter Academy Medical Officer Location: Southsea, Portsmouth Salary: Band 6 (FTE £26,824 - £32,061/ Pro Rata £23,066.06 - £27,572.46) Contract: Permanent (Term Time Only) Start date: 13/04/2026 Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday At Ark Charter Academy, we believe that exceptional pastoral care and strong operational systems are essential to ensuring every student thrives. We are seeking a compassionate, organised and committed Medical Officer to lead the day-to-day running of our Medical Room and provide high-quality medical support across the school. This is a vital role ensuring the safety, health and care of our students every single day. About the role: The Medical Officer plays a central role in maintaining the health, safety and wellbeing of students by overseeing all medical provision within the school. You will manage the Medical Room, administer first aid, coordinate student healthcare plans, monitor medical trends, liaise with families and external agencies, and ensure full compliance with safeguarding, medical and health and safety guidelines. You will work closely with the Business Operations Manager, the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), pastoral staff, and external healthcare professionals to ensure that all students with medical needs receive the support they require. You will also ensure accurate and confidential record keeping, deliver training such as first aid, support immunisation programmes, and play an active role in ..... full job details .....