A Team First Aider helps to provide a safe environment in which the game can be enjoyed by all, any club first aid volunteer needs to attend a training course so that they can respond to basic first aid situations with confidence. You will be responsible to the Club Coach Coordinator and Lead Coaches.

What kind of person should you be?

• Well Organised – the First Aider should be organised enough to have all first aid equipment they might need ahead of training and games.
• Experienced – experience and training is vital as not only could a lack of training lead to ineffective injury management, but could lead to further injury.
• Eager – being positive and eager is very important to ensure that the players get the best treatment available.
• Calm – ability to remain calm and to provide effective first aid in case of accident and/or injury and in emergency situations.

The core responsibilities of the role:

• Take charge when someone is injured or ill, including calling an ambulance (if required).
• Provide emergency first aid to injured or ill persons, until more expert help arrives.
• Look after the first aid equipment (e.g. restocking the first aid boxes and bags).
• You should not attempt to give first aid for which you have not been trained.
• Knowledge of location and use of AED.

The commitment from you:

Attend the Emergency First Aid in Rugby Union (EFARU) course.
The course provides learners with a sound level of knowledge and understanding. It also covers topics specific to relevant rugby volunteers assisting at matches and training sessions. It has extra rugby-specific elements designed for volunteers, coaches and match officials who are designated as a first aider and are responsible for providing pitch-side cover at both training and matches.
Learners are able to assess an incident, recognise the signs and symptoms of injury and illness, and in a safe and effective manner assist a casualty who is suffering from injury or illness.

What do you get out of it?

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and experience as a first aider in a real, working environment and can help you to become part of a team both on and off the field. The skills and training are also transferable to the workplace.