Job Description
Job Description
- We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Auxiliary Nurse / Sanitation Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for attending to minor health issues of students and staff, ensuring a clean, safe, and hygienic school environment, and enforcing health and sanitation standards across the school premises.
Key Responsibilities
Auxiliary Nursing Duties:
- Provide first aid treatment and respond to minor injuries or illnesses among pupils and staff.
- Monitor and document the health condition of students.
- Administer prescribed medications as authorized by parents and school management.
- Refer serious medical cases to appropriate healthcare facilities when necessary.
- Keep accurate health records and maintain medical supplies inventory.
- Educate pupils and staff on personal hygiene and basic health practices.
Sanitation Duties:
- Oversee and coordinate general cleanliness across the school’s classrooms, restrooms, offices, and surrounding environment.
- Supervise and guide cleaners and janitorial staff to maintain daily sanitation routines.
- Ensure waste disposal is done properly and hygienically.
- Carry out periodic inspections to ensure adherence to environmental and health safety standards.
- Report and follow up on any identified health hazard or risk within the school compound.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Certificate or Diploma in Auxiliary Nursing, Health Assistant Training, or related field.
- Candidates should possess a minimum of 3 – 5 years experience in auxiliary nursing or school health services.
- Proven experience with sanitation and hygiene practices in a school or institutional setting.
- Must reside in Ibadan, preferably within or around the Apata area for prompt response and availability.
- Good communication skills and ability to relate well with children and staff.
- Ability to handle emergencies calmly and professionally.