Basic First Aid Training for Schools in Doncaster

Our Basic First Aid in Schools course has been designed specifically for education staff who may need to provide initial support during an emergency while awaiting assistance from a qualified First Aider or Emergency Services.

This practical and engaging course provides essential first aid awareness and emergency response skills suitable for school environments.

The course is ideal for lunchtime supervisors, teaching assistants, support staff, volunteers, parent helpers and other school personnel who may come into contact with pupils requiring assistance during the school day.

Delivered on-site at your school, academy, nursery or educational setting, this course helps staff feel more confident in recognising emergencies and providing appropriate support.

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Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

This course is particularly valuable for staff who work alongside fully qualified Paediatric First Aiders and wish to develop a greater understanding of emergency first aid procedures.

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Supporting Your Qualified Paediatric First Aiders

Many schools have designated Paediatric First Aiders responsible for delivering first aid treatment.

This course is designed to complement and support those qualified first aiders by providing wider staff awareness and confidence.

By training lunchtime supervisors, volunteers, support staff and parent helpers, schools can create a stronger safety culture where staff understand how to:

This additional layer of training can help schools improve emergency preparedness across the whole organisation.

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What You Will Learn

During this Basic First Aid in Schools course learners will cover:

Emergency Response

Life-Saving Skills Awareness

Common School Incidents

Supporting the Casualty

Training is delivered using realistic school-based scenarios and practical demonstrations.

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On-Site School Training

This course is delivered directly at your school, academy, nursery or educational setting.

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Flexible Delivery for Schools

Emergency Response Training Ltd understands the challenges schools face when releasing staff for training.

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We can train small groups of 6 learners through to large groups of over 100 staff members in a single day.Why Choose Emergency Response Training Ltd?

Emergency Response Training Ltd has been delivering first aid, fire safety and workplace safety training in schools, nurseries and educational establishments since 2002.

Our experienced instructors provide engaging, practical and realistic training based on real-life emergency situations.

We work with schools, academies, colleges, nurseries, local authorities and educational organisations throughout Doncaster, Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Leeds, Wakefield, Lincoln, Worksop, Retford and surrounding areas.

Thousands of learners have trusted Emergency Response Training Ltd to provide high-quality educational first aid training.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course suitable for lunchtime supervisors?

Yes. This course is ideal for lunchtime supervisors who regularly supervise children and may be first on scene during an incident.

Is this a full Paediatric First Aid qualification?

No. This is a first aid awareness course designed to support staff who work alongside qualified Paediatric First Aiders.

Can volunteers and parent helpers attend?

Yes. The course is suitable for school volunteers, parent helpers and community volunteers working within educational settings.

Can schools book this course on-site?

Yes. We deliver Basic First Aid in Schools training at schools, academies, nurseries and educational settings throughout the region.

Can the training be delivered on an inset day?

Yes. We offer flexible delivery including inset days, twilight sessions, after-school sessions and weekend training.

Can academy trusts arrange group training?

Absolutely. We regularly provide training for academy trusts and groups of schools requiring consistent staff development.

Why should support staff receive first aid awareness training?

Support staff, lunchtime supervisors and volunteers are often present when incidents occur. First aid awareness training helps them recognise emergencies, provide reassurance and support qualified first aiders effectively.

Do lunchtime supervisors need first aid training?

While schools determine their own training requirements through a first aid needs assessment, many schools choose to provide basic first aid awareness training for lunchtime supervisors and support staff to improve confidence and emergency preparedness across the school.

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Book Basic First Aid in Schools Training

To discuss training requirements for your school, academy, nursery or educational setting:

Telephone: 01302 802016

Email: mail@ertraining.co.uk

Canberra House Training Centre
10 First Avenue
Finningley
Doncaster
DN9 3GA

For enquiries and group bookings visit our Contact Page:

https://www.ertraining.co.uk/contact

We provide on-site training throughout Doncaster, Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Leeds, Wakefield, Worksop, Retford, Lincoln and surrounding areas.

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• ​Multiple sessions throughout the day

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  • Multi-site academy trust delivery

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