Registered Nurse

ISC group; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Term-time only shifts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ludgrove is seeking a compassionate and qualified Registered Nurse to join our independent school's pastoral team. You will oversee the health service, provide medical care, first aid, and wellbeing support to pupils, staff and visitors, working with colleagues across pastoral, boarding and teaching teams to ensure high standards of care.

Applicants should hold an RGN registration with the NMC and a First Aid at Work qualification, with safeguarding knowledge.

Qualifications

• Current Registered General Nurse (RGN) qualification and NMC registration.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operation of the school's health service.
• Deliver professional medical care and first aid to pupils, staff and visitors.
• Support pupil wellbeing and liaise with pastoral, boarding and teaching teams.
• Monitor safeguarding and escalate concerns as required.
• Support emergency situations with a calm, proactive approach.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Organisation

Independence & teamwork

Full driving licence

Education

RGN qualification

NMC registration

Job description

Are you a compassionate and qualified Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children's health and wellbeing?

We are seeking a dedicated School Nurse to join our pastoral team and play a key role in supporting pupils within a busy and welcoming independent school environment. As part of our nursing team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the school's health service, providing professional medical care, first aid, and wellbeing support to pupils, staff and visitors. You will work closely with colleagues across the pastoral, boarding and teaching teams to ensure every child receives the highest standard of care.

We are looking for someone who

1. is a caring and organised individual who enjoys working with children and thrives in a varied role.
2. has a current Registered General Nurse (RGN) qualification and NMC registration.
3. has a First Aid at Work qualification.
4. Has knowledge and understanding of safeguarding.
5. Has excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
6. is flexible, calm and has proactive approach, particularly in emergency situations.
7. holds a full driving licence.

Experience as a School Nurse would be an advantage as would additional professional development in asthma, diabetes and anaphylaxis management.

In return we offer

1. A rewarding opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of children within a vibrant school community.
2. Competitive benefits package.
3. A varied role where no two days are the same.
4. Supportive colleagues and opportunities for continued professional development.
5. Term-time only working, including various weekday, evening and weekend shifts. Some duties and training days will take place before and after published term dates. Start date will be 22nd February 2026 but there will be some shadowing required earlier in the month.

Ludgrove is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check.