School (Staff) Nurse (Full-time) - Maternity Cover

TieTalent; Windsor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Windsor seeks a full-time School Nurse for a maternity cover role. The ideal candidate will manage health care for students, support their well-being, and work within a multidisciplinary team. The position offers a supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and numerous benefits, including a generous pension scheme and flexible working hours.

Benefits

11% employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity schemes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Subsidised lunches during term

Discounts at local retailers

Qualifications

• At least 1 year post-registration experience.
• Dual RN/Child Branch qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for in-patients and outpatients.
• Administer medicines and treatments, including asthma and allergy care.
• Engage in training and team development activities.

Skills

Communication

IT Skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse

Continuing Education in Nursing

Job description

School (Staff) Nurse (Full-time) - Maternity Cover

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates passionate about working with young people to join a thriving school community within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Eton College supports continuing professional development, offering training opportunities and numerous benefits.

Main duties include managing general sickness, injuries/minor accidents, and broader pastoral responsibilities. Nurses from an A&E or Practice background will find their skills transferable, as will those experienced in adolescent mental health. If a term-time position with a good work/life balance in a beautiful setting appeals to you, please contact us today!

This is a 10-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

We may interview suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close early if many applications are received. We recommend applying early to avoid missing out.

Benefits: Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer pension contribution (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity/Paternity schemes, cycle-to-work scheme, subsidised lunches during term, free or discounted access to sports and leisure facilities, and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

Main Duties

1. Provide nursing care for in-patients and outpatients.
2. Update and record observations of in-patients regularly.
3. Care for unwell pupils in the Health Centre, including supplying light meals if needed (training on food hygiene provided).
4. Supervise morning surgery with doctors; ensure in-patients see their doctor daily.
5. Assist with outpatient care, including triage, venepuncture, and wound care.
6. Administer medicines and treatments, including asthma and allergy care.
7. Assess and treat minor and sports injuries.
8. Provide travel and routine immunisations.
9. Participate in health promotion and education.
10. Ensure medicals for new pupils are completed and records updated.
11. Engage in training and team development activities, including training on asthma, diabetes, ADHD, epilepsy, and anaphylaxis.
12. Provide First Aid to staff on site.
13. Work flexibly on a rota, including late and early shifts, on-call nights, and necessary cover.
14. Promote good nursing care and adhere to relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
15. Undertake additional duties as needed, supporting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
16. Understand and follow safeguarding procedures, completing training as required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC PIN.
• Relevant education/continuing education in nursing, with at least 1-year post-registration experience.
• Good IT skills.
• Dual RN/Child Branch qualification is desirable.
• Knowledge of NMC code of conduct.
• Experience with immunisations, diabetes, asthma, minor injuries, and health promotion is desirable.
• Experience working with young people in schools is advantageous.
• Well-organised, detail-oriented, confident, and a team player with strong communication skills.

Working Hours

Week 1:

• Mon-Tue: 7:30am-4pm
• Wed: 3pm-11pm + on call 11pm-7:30am
• Thu: 3pm-11pm + on call
• Sat: Off
• Sun: 9am-5pm

Week 2:

• Mon-Tue: 7:30am-4pm
• Thu-Fri: 3pm-11pm + on call
• Sat: 3pm-11pm + on call
• Sun: Off

About The College

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value individuality and foster an environment of perseverance, tolerance, and integrity.

Application and Safeguarding

For queries or assistance with applying, contact our Recruitment Team. We are committed to safeguarding children; successful applicants will undergo child protection screening, including DBS checks and reference checks. All convictions must be declared as per DBS guidelines. It is a criminal offence to apply if barred from working with children.