School nurse

Dean Close Foundation; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Cheltenham is seeking a registered nurse to join their Health Centre team. You will deliver high-quality nursing care to pupils, including first aid and emergency response, while collaborating with healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates should have a paediatric, school nurse, or SCPHN qualification. This role offers a dynamic team environment, and you’ll play a crucial part in supporting pupils' health and well-being. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may begin before the closing date.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Creativity and collaboration encouraged

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC and RCN qualifications.
• Experience with clinical nursing care in a school setting.
• Ability to collaborate with health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, clinically effective nursing care.
• Assess, diagnose, plan, and treat pupils.
• Maintain medical records and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Asthma specialist

Phlebotomy

Immunisations

Triage

First responder experience

Education

Paediatric, School Nurse, or SCPHN qualification

Job description

Dean Close Foundation is looking to appoint a registered nurse (NMC & RCN) to join our Health Centre team of four, supporting a community of nearly 1,000 pupils, many of whom are boarders. Paediatric, School Nurse, or SCPHN qualification preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, clinically effective nursing care to pupils and Foundation staff.
• Assess, diagnose, plan, and treat pupils, including first aid and emergency care.
• Collaborate with doctors, physiotherapists, and other health professionals.
• Support pupils’ return to health and participation in school activities.
• Maintain up-to-date medical records, care plans, and adhere to safeguarding policies.
• Ensure Health Centre compliance with NHS, NMC, CQC, and ISI standards.
• Provide training to staff on health management and emergency interventions.

Working Hours & On-Call

• Rota-based, 08:00–17:00, Monday to Saturday, with evening and weekend on-call duties.

Desirable Skills

• Asthma specialist, phlebotomy, immunisations, triage, first responder experience.

Join us in supporting the health and wellbeing of our pupils in a dynamic, caring environment.

Dean Close Foundation are a values-driven organisation that fosters love, courage, and contribution. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages creativity, compassion, and collaboration.

Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustment are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or [e-mail] for with your query.

Internal applicants

Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.