School Nurse (Maternity Cover)

St Edward's School; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Oxford is seeking a dedicated School Nurse for maternity cover starting January 2026. This role involves providing health and wellbeing support to students, managing healthcare plans, and delivering first aid. Qualified nurses with NMC registration and relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Working term-time, this position offers a fulfilling way to impact young people's lives positively.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration required.
• Post-registration experience in relevant settings needed.
• Ability to deliver first aid and emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Provide health support and care to pupils.
• Develop healthcare plans for chronic conditions.
• Serve as medical cover during events and trips.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills

Strong communication abilities

Empathetic approach

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult or Child)

Job description

Overview

Are you a skilled and compassionate nurse looking to make a real difference in young people’s lives? St Edward’s is seeking a dedicated School Nurse to join our team for maternity cover from January 2026.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced registered nurse to bring your clinical expertise into a welcoming and professional educational environment. You will play a vital role in supporting our pupils’ health and wellbeing, providing direct care, managing medications, promoting health education, and collaborating closely with colleagues, parents, and healthcare providers. You’ll enjoy term-time working while making a tangible impact on the wellbeing of our students.

Responsibilities

• Delivering first aid, emergency care, and ongoing health support to pupils.
• Developing and managing healthcare plans for pupils with chronic conditions.
• Providing medical cover at sports fixtures and school trips.
• Playing an active pastoral and medical role within boarding houses.
• Promoting health awareness and providing training to staff.
• The post is based on 36 hours per week, worked across a rota of shifts that are published in advance each term.

About you

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (Adult or Child) with current NMC registration and post-registration experience in a relevant setting (such as paediatrics, A&E, community nursing, or adolescent health). You should have excellent clinical skills, strong communication abilities, and a flexible, empathetic approach.

This is a varied, fulfilling role in a supportive school environment, well-suited to nurses who enjoy working independently while also being part of a dedicated team.

Important dates

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 13th October 2025.

Please note that previous applicants for positions at our Health Centre need not reapply.

Safeguarding and equal opportunity

St Edward’s does not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

St Edward’s School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.

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