School Nurse

Sterling Cross Ltd; Horsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Horsham is offering a permanent position for a School Nurse to support the health and wellbeing of children with diverse needs. Ideal candidates should be registered nurses, with a preference for those trained in paediatric care. Responsibilities include working within a structured curriculum and providing care in a nurturing environment. The role is term-time only, offering 37.5 hours a week.

Benefits

Further learning and development support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance cover

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Must possess NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience in caring for children preferred.
• Trained in working with neurological conditions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support a healthy and fulfilling school life for children.
• Work in a structured curriculum and therapeutic environment.
• Provide care to children with various needs.

Skills

Approachability

Kindness

Passion for children's health

Education

Registered with the NMC as Registered Nurse

Trained in paediatric nursing as an RN Child

Job description

Registered Nurse to join the team.

This school is dedicated to offering a specially-tailored, bright and fun learning environment for children and young people with a broad range of needs – including neuro-motor, medical, sensory and SLCN – to thrive in their academic, physical and social-emotional skill development.

Through an adapted, structured curriculum and tandem therapeutic support, the school encourages its pupils to build on their creativity, confidence, and breadth of knowledge in a focused and inclusive manner.

As a School Nurse, you will play a crucial role in supporting a healthy and fulfilling school life.

You would ideally be an RN Child; however, nurses of any discipline will be considered and are welcome to apply.

Previous school experience would also be a distinct advantage but is not essential – if you have some experience in caring for children and are approachable, kind, and passionate about children’s health and welfare, this could be the perfect role for you.

This is a permanent position, term-time only (39 weeks – 37.5h per week).

Person specification:

• (Essential) Registered with the NMC as Registered Nurse
• (Desirable) Trained in paediatric nursing as an RN Child
• (Desirable) Experience working with children and young people with a neurological condition such as cerebral palsy

Benefits and enhancements include:

• Great further learning and development support including leadership programmes
• Great range of details and offers through both the Blue Light Card and a dedicated benefits platform
• Employee Assistance Programme plus additional health and wellbeing tools, such as online GP services, counselling, financial advice and more
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance cover
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• And more!