School Nurse | Highly Regarded School | Dudley

Marchant Recruitment; Dudley Wood; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment in Dudley is seeking a qualified School Nurse to support the health, safety and wellbeing of pupils within a school setting. This role combines clinical nursing with proactive student welfare to ensure pupils feel safe and ready to learn.

You will provide day-to-day healthcare, respond to medical needs and work with staff to maintain a healthy environment. Strong communication and NMC registration are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant nursing qualifications and current registration with the NMC.
• Previous nursing experience; paediatric or school nursing experience would be advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make appropriate decisions in medical situations.
• Excellent record-keeping and organisational skills.
• Clear commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and respond to illness/injuries.
• Support pupils with medical conditions in line with healthcare plans.
• Administer medication in accordance with school procedures.
• Maintain accurate, confidential medical records.
• Communicate with parents, carers and healthcare professionals as needed.
• Promote health awareness and pupil wellbeing initiatives.
• Follow safeguarding, infection control and health and safety procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

NMC registration

Job description

Are you a compassionate and qualified nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity within education? A highly regarded school in Dudley is seeking a dedicated School Nurse to support the health, safety and wellbeing of its pupils. This role offers the opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with a proactive approach to student welfare, helping pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn.

• Position: School Nurse

• Location: Dudley

• Contract: Full-time

• Start Date: ASAP

• Application: CV only

About the Role

As School Nurse, you will provide day-to-day healthcare support, respond to medical needs and work collaboratively with school staff to maintain a safe and supportive environment. You will help manage pupils' individual healthcare requirements while promoting healthy habits and wellbeing across the school community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing first aid and responding appropriately to illness and injuries.

• Supporting pupils with medical conditions in line with individual healthcare plans.

• Administering medication in accordance with relevant guidance and school procedures.

• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date and confidential medical records.

• Communicating with parents, carers and healthcare professionals when necessary.

• Promoting health awareness and supporting pupil wellbeing initiatives.

• Following safeguarding, infection control and health and safety procedures.

Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate will be a caring and organised professional with the clinical knowledge and confidence to support children and young people.

Applicants should have:

• Relevant nursing qualifications and current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

• Previous nursing experience; paediatric or school nursing experience would be advantageous.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to remain calm and make appropriate decisions in medical situations.

• Excellent record-keeping and organisational skills.

• A clear commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and pupil welfare.

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be dependent on experience and the school's pay structure. This opportunity offers the chance to use your professional nursing skills in an educational setting, working with colleagues to support pupils' health and help them access learning safely.