School Nurse - Bank Cover

Summary:

School Nurse - Bank Cover needed for proactive and reactive medical support at a school.

About the School:

A school with a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and pastoral care, committed to fostering a supportive community and providing a well-rounded education for students.

The Opportunity:

As a School Nurse on a cover basis, you will provide essential medical care to students and support the school's pastoral team. This role is ideal for a Registered General Nurse who can work independently and make clinical decisions within their scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide first aid and general medical care for students and staff.
• Contribute to health education programmes for students.
• Maintain and manage students’ medical records and communicate with parents regarding medical concerns.
• Order and manage medical supplies in the absence of the School Nurse.
• Accompany students to hospital and liaise with parents for care handover.
• Inform Deputy Heads and staff of medical issues affecting student wellbeing or performance.
• Liaise with the School Counsellors or Pastoral Team as needed.
• Coordinate childhood immunisation programmes.
• Advise and participate in the PHSME curriculum when required.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Registered General Nurse with the ability to work autonomously.
• Confidence in making clinical decisions within your area of competence.
• Experience in providing first aid and medical care in an educational setting.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with parents, staff, and medical professionals.

Preferred

• Experience in health education or curriculum development.
• Knowledge of childhood immunisation programmes.
• Familiarity with PHSME (Personal, Health and Social Education) curriculum.
• Flexibility to work on a cover basis as required.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £24.30 per hour, including holiday pay.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Professional development opportunities within a structured framework.