School Nurse

Charles Hunter Associates; Tadley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational organization is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to support children aged 8-19 with complex learning disabilities in a full-time role. The ideal candidate will have NMC registration and experience with children’s health care, ensuring the well-being of young people in a residential setting. This position involves managing medical records, supporting health assessments, and effective communication with healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with experience working with children or young people with complex needs.
• Confident in using and maintaining medical records.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high quality of care.

Responsibilities

• Accompany and support children during medical appointments.
• Monitor and assess children's health and emotional wellbeing.
• Liaise with parents and carers about health-related matters.
• Provide first aid and manage minor injuries.

Skills

Professional communication skills

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Education

Registered Nurse (Paediatric or Learning Disability) with valid NMC registration

Job description

Full-Time School Nurse (Learning Disability/Paediatric)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00-16:00 or 8:30-16:30
Location: Specialist educational and residential setting (ages 8-19)

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join a specialist educational and residential setting that supports young people aged 8-19 with severe and complex learning disabilities and autism.

This is a rewarding full-time role, ideal for someone confident in managing medical records, communicating with healthcare professionals, and supporting the ongoing health and wellbeing of children and young people in a residential setting.

You must be confident in:

• Using and maintaining MAR charts

• Logging clinical notes accurately

• Tracking medication and liaising with pharmacies

• Communicating effectively with healthcare professionals

Key Responsibilities:

• Accompanying and supporting children during medical appointments and procedures in the community

• Monitoring and assessing children's health, emotional wellbeing, and development

• Liaising with parents and carers about health-related matters

• Delivering and contributing to staff training (e.medication administration, epilepsy care, and risk assessments)

• Providing first aid and managing minor injuries

• Ordering, receiving, and managing medications

• Preparing written health reports and attending review meetings

• Supporting the development of the healthcare team while maintaining your own CPD

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (Paediatric or Learning Disability) with valid NMC registration

• Experience in working with children or young people with complex needs

• Confident, professional communication skills

• Highly organised, motivated, and flexible approach

• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of care

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply as soon as possible - we'd love to hear from you.