Term-Time School Nurse: Paediatric Care & Wellbeing

Cognita Schools; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Free lunch during Term Time

School holidays

School fee discount

Discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Cognita Schools, in partnership with Alleyn’s Regent’s Park, is seeking a compassionate School Nurse to safeguard and promote health, wellbeing, and safety of pupils. You will provide high‑quality medical care, advise on health matters, and work closely with pupils, staff, parents, and external healthcare professionals.

The role requires an RGN/RCN with NMC registration and Paediatric First Aid, with prior school nursing or paediatric experience highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered Children’s Nurse (RCN) with current NMC registration.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification required.
• Experience in paediatric/educational settings and safeguarding knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to medical incidents and emergencies.
• Maintain accurate medical records and manage medical supplies/medications.
• Support school trips with appropriate first aid provisions and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with pastoral and safeguarding teams to ensure pupil wellbeing and safety.

Skills

Empathetic care

Excellent communication

Clinical knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Education

NMC registered nurse (RGN/RCN)

Job description

Cognita Schools, in partnership with Alleyn’s Regent’s Park, is seeking a compassionate School Nurse to safeguard and promote health, wellbeing, and safety of pupils. You will provide high‑quality medical care, advise on health matters, and work closely with pupils, staff, parents, and external healthcare professionals.

The role requires an RGN/RCN with NMC registration and Paediatric First Aid, with prior school nursing or paediatric experience highly regarded.