·        Dealing with sick and injured pupils.

·        Catering for the needs of students with specific diagnosed conditions.

·        Liaising with members of staff re-specific conditions and management of same.

·        Administration and storage of prescribed medications.

·        Health education and promotion in the classroom setting i.e. Nut Allergy, Swine Flu, Personal Hygiene and other topical material.

·        Liaising with the counselling team within the college.

·        Co ordination of statutory health programmes and liaising with the Belfast Health & Social Care Trust. 

STUDENT REMINDERS

IMPORTANT TO EAT A HEALTHY BREAKFAST

• Wholegrain Cereal
• Wholegrain Toast
• Porridge
• Eggs
• Fruit Juice 

HEALTHY LUNCH BOX

• Include salad in sandwiches
• Use Wholemeal or Multigrain Bread
• Avoid saturated fat e.g. butter, full fat mayo/dressings
• Fruit
• Cereal Bars
• Yogurt

HEALTHY SNACKS

• Fruit
• Low Fat Crisps 

GOOD FLUID INTAKE

• No fizzy drinks
• Water or Flavoured Water

N.B Tap water is just as good as bottled and more environmentally friendly. 

GOOD PERSONAL HYGIENE

• Shower/Bath Regularly
• Keep uniform clean and presentable.
• Avoid wearing make-up
• Always use paper tissues when sneezing or coughing.

HAND WASHING

• Prevents the spread of infection both at home and school
• Wash hands thoroughly, using soap and warm water
• Keep nails short and clean 

KEEP THE SCHOOL ENVIORNMENT SAFE FOR ALL

NO NUTS-NO BUTS