Paediatric School Nurse | Term-Time Role & Growth

Salutem; Five Oaks; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Professional development opportunities

Rewarding role helping students

Job summary

Salutem Care and Education, via Ingfield Manor School in West Sussex, is seeking a compassionate Registered Paediatric Nurse to join the dedicated school nursing team, supporting students with complex health needs during term-time.

You will coordinate care with the Senior Nurse, assess health needs, maintain medical records, administer medicines, and provide guidance to staff, ensuring safeguarding and high-quality practice across MDTs.

Qualifications

• Registered Paediatric Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Confident working independently and across multidisciplinary teams.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Nurse in coordinating the school’s nursing team and maintaining high standards of care.
• Assess students’ health needs, interpret clinical information, and take appropriate action.
• Deliver and promote evidence-based care in line with national and local guidelines.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date medical records and care plans.
• Administer and manage medicines safely in line with policy.
• Respond to medical emergencies and support unwell students.
• Liaise effectively with parents, staff, and external health and social care professionals.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on students’ individual care needs.
• Supervise and support team members to ensure high-quality practice.
• Assist with clinics, specialist visits, and student assessments for new placements.
• Participate in the nurse on-call rota and deputise for the Senior Nurse when required.

Skills

Registered Paediatric Nurse (NMC)

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Safeguarding

Job description

Salutem Care and Education, via Ingfield Manor School in West Sussex, is seeking a compassionate Registered Paediatric Nurse to join the dedicated school nursing team, supporting students with complex health needs during term-time.

You will coordinate care with the Senior Nurse, assess health needs, maintain medical records, administer medicines, and provide guidance to staff, ensuring safeguarding and high-quality practice across MDTs.