School Nurse - London - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Locum School Nurse in London, offering £27 per hour. In this role, you will deliver health assessments and promote wellbeing among students. Applicants should possess a Registered Nurse qualification and NMC registration, along with experience in child healthcare. The position allows for flexible scheduling and diverse experiences across different schools.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Competitive hourly wage

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering health programs for school-aged children.
• Ability to provide advice on emotional wellbeing and health issues.
• Experience with safeguarding vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health assessments and screenings for children aged 5 to 19.
• Support emotional and physical health needs of students.
• Collaborate with educational and health professionals.

Skills

Child healthcare knowledge

Confidential support

Health promotion

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

NMC registration

Job description

Overview

Locum School Nurse Position in London, UK – Nursing Specialism – Earn £27 Hourly – Ongoing

Step into an exciting role as a Locum School Nurse in the vibrant city of London. This ongoing opportunity offers a competitive hourly wage of £27, allowing you the flexibility and freedom that locum work provides. As a School Nurse, you’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact on children’s health and wellbeing while enjoying the diverse and adventurous lifestyle that London has to offer.

Perks and benefits

• Hourly Salary: With a competitive rate of £27 per hour, you’ll enjoy the security of a great income while maintaining work-life balance.
• Flexible Scheduling: Choose your own hours and enjoy the ability to balance work with personal commitments effortlessly.
• Variety and Experience: Work across different schools and gain a wide range of experience in diverse educational settings.
• Professional Development: Access opportunities for ongoing learning and development to expand your skills and advance your career.

What you will do

• Deliver the Healthy Child Programme for children aged 5 to 19 years, including health assessments, screening, immunisations, and health promotion.
• Provide confidential advice and support on issues such as emotional wellbeing, sexual health, healthy eating, smoking, and substance misuse to children, young people, and families.
• Undertake health needs assessments and develop individual care plans tailored to student needs.
• Identify and support vulnerable children by working in partnership with safeguarding teams, social care, and other agencies.
• Maintain precise and up-to-date health records in compliance with Trust and NMC requirements.
• Act as a first point of contact for safeguarding concerns within designated schools, recognising, reporting, and escalating child protection issues as needed.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings, including Child Protection Conferences, Early Help Assessments, and Looked After Child reviews.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, social workers, health visitors, and other professionals to enhance student health and attainment.
• Deliver school-based group interventions and health promotion workshops on topics such as puberty, mental health, relationships, and resilience.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and work towards reducing health inequalities within the school community.
• Maintain NMC registration and adhere to the Code of Conduct, engaging in clinical supervision, reflective practice, and annual appraisal.
• Complete mandatory and role-specific training, including safeguarding, vaccination, and public health programmes.

Why London?

Embrace the heart of the UK and enjoy living in a city filled with rich history, culture, and endless possibilities. London’s vibrant neighbourhoods, world-class museums, stunning parks, and diverse culinary scene make it an incredible place to live and work. Join us and be part of an enthusiastic community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.