School Nurse

Careerline Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

An independent boarding school near Oxford is seeking a qualified School Nurse to join their health centre team. The role involves providing 24-hour care during term time, supporting immunisation programs, and ensuring the general health and well-being of students within a vibrant school community.

Qualifications

• Qualified School Health Nurse with at least 3 years of experience.
• Experience in A&E or Minor Injuries Unit preferred.
• Ability to support NHS immunisation programs and provide travel vaccinations.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour care for unwell or injured pupils.
• Support NHS immunisation team in delivering childhood vaccinations.
• Manage health issues and assist with injury assessments.

Skills

Injury assessment

Management of health issues

Communication

Education

Nursing qualification (3+ years post-registration)

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School Nurse - Abingdon, Oxon
Part time, term time only
Competitive salary

Our client is an independent boarding school of 765 boys situated five miles south of Oxford on a stunningly beautiful rural campus close to Radley village. The school is academically selective and offers a significant number of bursary places to talented boys from a variety of backgrounds. As a full boarding school, it is a vibrant and active place to work and one of the outstanding features is its sense of community and family atmosphere.

They are seeking a capable and proactive qualified School Health Nurse to join their small and friendly team in the Health centre providing 24 hour care for pupils during term time. They are looking for someone at least 3 years post qualification with an interest or experience in injury assessment and management (A&E/MIU experience preferable).

The Health Centre provides 24-hour care for boys who are unwell or injured. Their experienced team of nurses can also call upon a GP, who visits the school daily, physiotherapists and a team of mental health specialists, including a psychiatrist.

The Health Centre plays a key pastoral care role and boys know they can always stop by if they need a helping hand. Their nurses support the NHS School Immunisation Team in providing childhood immunisations in line with the national programme and are also able to provide travel vaccinations for school trips.

The role is 25-30 nursing hours per week, which include weekday, evening, weekend and night shifts in the provision of 24 hour, 7 days a week cover during term time. Some study time may be required during holiday time, with prior notice. Candidates looking for part time, full time or permanent night shift hours are welcome to apply.

For full details, please apply online or call 01227 780888