College Nurse

MicroTech Consulting; Paignton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in Paignton is seeking a qualified College Nurse to join their Safeguarding & Wellbeing Team. This role involves supporting students' health and wellbeing, providing medical support, and creating Health Care Plans. The successful candidate will have experience working with young people and possess a strong knowledge of safeguarding practices. A commitment to maintaining a high standard of care within the college community is essential. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Additional birthday holiday

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to training and education opportunities

Subsidised fitness suite facility

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified nurse passionate about supporting young people's health and wellbeing.
• Experience in dealing with medical emergencies and diverse needs.
• Strong knowledge of health issues and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line medical, physical, and mental health support to students.
• Create and review Health Care Plans and risk assessments.
• Liaise with external health professionals regarding student care.

Skills

Registered Adult Nurse

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Experience working with young people

Calmness in emergencies

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Job title: College Nurse

Job reference: REQ002988

Date posted: 06/01/2026

Application closing date: 29/01/2026

Location: Paignton

Salary: £20,701.71 to £23,775.19 per annum (pro rata of £30,465 to £34,988 per annum)

Package: Plus Excellent Benefits

Contractual hours: 30

Basis: Term Time

Job category/type: Support

Job Description

Salary: £20,701.71 to £23,775.19 per annum (pro rata of £30,465 to £34,988 per annum).

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only. 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

Location: Paignton, Devon

Responsibilities

Are you a qualified nurse passionate about supporting young people's health and wellbeing? South Devon College is seeking a College Nurse to join our dedicated Safeguarding & Wellbeing Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students aged 14+ by providing first-line medical, physical, and mental health support. You will provide confidential advice and support on a wide range of health issues to students and staff, deliver first aid services across the college, and manage medical rooms. You'll create and review Health Care Plans, pregnancy risk assessments, and PEEPs, while liaising with external health professionals and supporting safeguarding processes. In addition, you'll play a key role in promoting positive physical and mental health across the college community. The successful candidate will be a Registered Adult Nurse, with strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and practices. You will have experience working with young people and handling diverse medical needs, along with the ability to remain calm and professional in emergencies. Our staff are integral to maintaining our passion and high-performance levels, and we reward our staff for this.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata of fractional) including the option to purchase additional holiday days;
• 1 additional day holiday for your birthday (does not have to be used on your birthday);
• 1 additional day holiday for every 5 years served;
• Christmas Closure of up to 2 weeks in addition to annual leave entitlement;
• Access to a wealth of training, apprenticeships and funded higher education opportunities as well as dedicated training days;
• Local Government Pension Scheme Employer pension contributions of 18%;
• Subsidised fitness suite facility, onsite hair and beauty salon, access to a wide range of catering facilities, outdoor gym and free eyesight tests;
• Major supermarket and high street employee discount schemes;
• Life Assurance (if member of pension scheme);
• On Site Nursery (Mama Bears);
• Employee Assistance Programmes;
• Access to Blue Light Card membership;
• Discounted travel schemes.

Closing Date

Thursday 29 January 2026

Interview Date

TBC

We offer hybrid and flexible working patterns and welcome applications from people who wish to apply using these options.

Please note that you will be required to be in possession of an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College.

This College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promoting the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership.

Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

Working at South Devon College, you can expect access to an exciting range of training, apprenticeship and opportunities for degree level study alongside your work to keep you at the top of your game, as well as generous holiday allowance of 25 days pro rata and a strong emphasis on work‑life balance.

The staff at South Devon College are truly inspirational and this is a reflection on the whole College culture of continuous improvement and support for all of our students and communities. We hold the prestigious Investors in People (IIP) Platinum accreditation, the highest level awarded by the people management standard. This prominent distinction confirms the Colleges status as not just a leading Further Education College, but also as a top employer in the country, as it joins the top 7% of accredited organisations across the UK.

We aim to provide our learners with excellent teaching and learning. Our staff are highly adept at working with and developing skills and knowledge in learners from different backgrounds. Our staff have consistently high expectations of all students and generate high levels of enthusiasm for participation in, and commitment to learning.