School Nurse

TES FE News; Faringdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the UK seeks a full-time registered nurse to oversee the medical centre, ensuring the physical and emotional wellbeing of pupils. The role involves day-to-day nursing care, managing treatment plans, and collaborating with parents and staff. Ideal candidates will have experience in nursing, clinical judgement, and a commitment to safeguarding. Applications are encouraged early as they will be reviewed upon receipt.

Benefits

Free car parking

Free meals

Discount on school fees

Use of sporting and gym facilities

Qualifications

• Must have active NMC registration.
• Experience working independently in a school setting is essential.
• Strong assessment skills for student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day nursing care for pupils.
• Manage treatment plans and administer medication.
• Liaise with parents and professionals for pupil wellbeing.
• Contribute to safeguarding and health education initiatives.

Skills

Registered nurse with active NMC registration

Experience in paediatric, school or community nursing

Clinical judgement

Job description

Overview

Due to the post-holder retiring, this is an exciting opportunity for a registered nurse with active NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) to run our Medical Centre.

This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday inclusive during term time. Some weekend working required for events and dates will be notified in advance.

This role would suit a candidate with experience in paediatric, school or community nursing and the clinical judgement to work independently within a school based medical setting. You will be supporting pupils’ physical and emotional wellbeing across our busy school. The role includes day-to-day nursing care, managing treatment plans, administering medication, liaising with parents, staff and medical professionals, and contributing to safeguarding and health education.

St Hugh's is a highly regarded coeducational day and boarding school with 350 pupils between the ages of 3 and 13. We are situated on a beautiful green campus of 40 acres in the South Oxfordshire countryside, only 25 minutes from Central Oxford. In June 2025, the Headmaster and Governors announced that St Hugh’s would be opening a Senior School in September 2026. It is a very exciting time to be joining St Hugh’s.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day nursing care for pupils in a school-based medical setting.
• Manage treatment plans and administer medication as required.
• Liaise with parents, staff and medical professionals to support pupil wellbeing.
• Contribute to safeguarding and health education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with active NMC registration.
• Experience in paediatric, school or community nursing.
• Clinical judgement to work independently within a school setting.

About St Hugh’s

St Hugh’s is a coeducational day and boarding school with 350 pupils aged 3–13. We offer an outstanding working environment in a beautiful estate with easy access to transport links and a vibrant, supportive community. Benefits include free car parking, free meals, a discount on school fees, and use of sporting and gym facilities.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete and return the application form which can be found on https://www.st-hughs.co.uk/news/staff-vacancies to [e-mail]. This should include a supporting statement outlining the extent to which you meet our requirements as set out in the job description and person specification, and details of two referees, one of which should be a current or most recent employer. References may be taken up before interview. Online social media checks will be completed on shortlisted candidates prior to interview as part of KCSIE guidance.

Full details of our staff benefits and recruitment procedures can be found on our School recruitment page at https://www.st-hughs.co.uk/news/staff-vacancies.

Applications will be considered on receipt and should arrive no later than 10.00am on Thursday 9th October 2025. Interviews will take place w/c 13th October 2025. We reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process so early applications are encouraged.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (including a check against the Children’s Barred List), and other pre-employment screening including a check on the Secretary of State list of prohibited staff.