School Nurse (Part Time)

Summary:

Part-time School Nurse needed to support student health and wellbeing.

About the School:

A school with a strong focus on pastoral care and academic excellence, fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential.

The Opportunity:

As a School Nurse, you will play a vital role in promoting the health and wellbeing of students within a dynamic and supportive school community. Working part time as part of a shared nursing provision, you will deliver high-quality clinical care and support students with both routine and urgent medical needs. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student lives while contributing to a cohesive and reliable nursing service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to students, including assessing illness or injury and determining appropriate treatment or next steps.
• Deliver first aid and manage medical emergencies calmly and effectively.
• Support students with ongoing health conditions, ensuring individual healthcare plans are in place and up to date.
• Administer medications safely in line with school policies and legal requirements.
• Offer confidential advice and support on physical health, emotional wellbeing and healthy living.
• Maintain accurate, confidential medical records and ensure data is securely managed.
• Ensure all medical and first-aid procedures comply with statutory guidance and best practice for schools.
• Work closely with the Pastoral Team, SEND team, Safeguarding Leads and relevant SLT members on matters relating to student welfare.
• Identify potential safeguarding concerns and follow safeguarding procedures promptly and appropriately.
• Collaborate with the job share nursing partner to ensure continuity of care, consistent standards and clear communication.
• Support the delivery of health and wellbeing education, workshops or awareness campaigns.
• Promote positive health behaviours amongst students and staff.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Registered Nurse (NMC) with current professional registration.
• Up-to-date first-aid training relevant to an educational setting, or willingness to undertake school-required first-aid training.

Preferred

• Experience in paediatrics, A&E, school nursing or another relevant clinical area.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours to suit a part-time role.
• Support for professional development and continuing education.