School Nurse

Harris Lee; Horsham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Horsham is seeking a dedicated School Nurse to provide high-quality nursing care to pupils and staff. The role includes assessing and delivering care for acute illnesses, managing medication, and promoting student welfare in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have an active NMC registration and experience working with young people. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. Competitive salary and term-time working are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience

Term-time working pattern

Free meals during term time

Access to training and professional development

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with active NMC registration required.
• Experience in child protection and confidentiality is essential.
• Candidates must have the ability to manage a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to pupils and staff.
• Assess, plan, and deliver care for acute illnesses.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Registered Nurse (Adult or Children) with active NMC registration

Experience working with children and young people

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Nurse to join the health team within a leading independent school. The role involves providing high-quality nursing care to pupils and staff, supporting health and wellbeing across the school community, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to pupils and staff, responding to day-to-day health needs


• Assess, plan and deliver care for acute illness, injuries, and ongoing medical conditions


• Administer medication, maintain accurate medical records, and support vaccination programmes


• Deliver health education, wellbeing clinics, and promote a positive approach to student welfare


• Liaise with parents, GPs, and external healthcare providers


• Support safeguarding processes, ensuring policies and procedures are followed at all times


• Contribute to the wider pastoral team in supporting pupil wellbeing


• Maintain medical supplies and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

Person Specification

• Essential:


• Registered Nurse (Adult or Children) with active NMC registration (or Paramedic with HCPC)


• Experience working with children and young people


• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and child protection


• Calm and professional under pressure, with excellent communication skills


• Able to work independently and manage a busy caseload

• Desirable:


• Previous experience in a school or similar environment


• Specialism in asthma management, adolescent health, or sexual health


• Prescribing qualification

Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience


• Term-time working pattern with excellent work-life balance


• Free meals during term time


• Access to training and professional development


• Supportive school community and pastoral environment