Lead School Nurse

VIRAL LAB; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious independent prep school near Salisbury seeks a dedicated Lead Nurse to manage their Health Centre. This role involves overseeing medical care for young pupils, managing nursing staff, and ensuring high standards of care. Offering a competitive salary, flexible hours, accommodation options, and meals during term time.

Benefits

Single accommodation on site

Free meals during term time

Comprehensive benefits including pension

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Qualified RGN or RSCN with NMC registration.
• Relevant nursing experience in child health, minor injuries or safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of the Health Centre.
• Coordinate medical care for pupils aged 2–13.
• Manage a small team of nursing staff.

Skills

Compassionate

Proactive

Team-focused

Education

RGN or RSCN with NMC registration

Job description

Lead School Nurse - Salisbury Area

Salary & Hours Negotiable |Part Time and Term-Time Only | Accommodation Available

Nurse Seekers are proud to be working on behalf of a prestigious independent co-educational prep school located in the beautiful countryside near Salisbury. This well-established school is seeking a compassionate and proactive Lead Nurse to join and lead their dedicated healthcare team and head up their Health Centre.

This is a key leadership position at the heart of the school community, overseeing the daily operation of a well-equipped Health Centre and coordinating medical care for pupils aged 2–13. You’ll manage a small team of nursing staff, work closely with boarding and teaching teams, and ensure the highest standards of care and wellbeing are consistently delivered.

What’s on Offer:

· Competitive salary (negotiable based on hours and experience)

· Flexible working pattern – approx. 36 hours/week, term time only (around 33 weeks/year)

· Option of single accommodation on site

· Free meals during term time

· Comprehensive benefits including pension

· Supportive, values-driven working environment

About You:
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you are a qualified RGN or RSCN with NMC registration, relevant nursing experience (especially in child health, minor injuries or safeguarding), and a team-focused mindset, we encourage you to apply. If you're unsure whether you tick every box, please don’t rule yourself out – we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply today or contact Nurse Seekers on 01926 676369 for further information.