School Staff Nurse

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in England is seeking an experienced School Nurse to deliver public health interventions for children aged 5-19. Responsibilities include promoting healthy lifestyles, managing care packages, and safeguarding children. Applicants should hold a Level 6 degree in nursing and be registered with the NMC. This role offers a salary ranging from £31,049 to £37,796 annually, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Registered NMC nurse with recent healthcare experience.
• Strong communication skills necessary for patient interaction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Promote public health initiatives for children and families.
• Manage a caseload of children and young people.
• Safeguard children and families while delivering care.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

IT literacy

Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care

Understanding of clinical practice

Education

Level 6 degree or equivalent in Nursing

Registered Health Care Professional with NMC

Recent healthcare experience

Job description

School Staff Nurse

The closing date is 23 November 2025

We are recruiting for an experienced School Nurse to join our professional team.

Working within the East Sussex School Health Service, which supports children and young people from 5‑19 years, you will work as part of a team led by our Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (SCPHNs) to deliver a range of public health interventions to improve the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families in East Sussex.

Main duties of the job

• Promoting public health initiatives to support healthy lifestyles for children, young people and their families.
• Delivering packages of care such as healthy weight, toileting, behaviour/parenting, emotional health and well‑being.
• Undertaking health needs assessment.
• Providing support in the daily management of the young people's texting service.
• Managing a caseload of children and young people.
• Focusing on high‑impact areas set out in the healthy child programme.
• Safeguarding of children and families.
• Leading on QI projects.

About us

Rated "outstanding" by the CQC, we are passionate about delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. We need outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, excellent.

We value equity, diversity and inclusion because it leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.

We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This information is confidential and is only used for diversity statistics unless you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short‑listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme.

The data we collect helps us attract a diverse pool of applicants, ensures equitable access to career opportunities, and supports our journey to being a Great Place to Work.

As a flexible‑working friendly organisation, we support you to work in a way that balances your personal and professional commitments. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that suits both of us.

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Job responsibilities

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB).

As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. If driving is required, you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment; if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [e-mail] quoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification give you all the information you need about this role. Please review the criteria carefully and demonstrate how you meet them in your application. If you require an application form in an alternative format, let our recruitment team know. All information you provide should be true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you; their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We receive many applications; to increase your chances of being shortlisted, apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non‑clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated for the safety of all.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Level 6 degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject (e.g., Nursing).
• Registered Health Care Professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Recent healthcare experience, gained through education, work experience, or previous employment.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• IT literacy – able to use systems and databases effectively.
• Understanding of clinical practice and evidence‑based care.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Awareness of NHS developments and ability to signpost to services.

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, adaptable, and responsive to changing needs.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to escalated concerns appropriately.
• Tact & sensitivity in challenging situations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting health equity.

Other Requirements

• Full, valid UK driving licence and ability to travel independently.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Familiarity with data protection, confidentiality, and governance standards.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year, pro rata