Deputy Head of Nursing

DULWICH COLLEGE (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dulwich College (Singapore) is seeking a Deputy Head of Nursing to join its team. This term-time role combines clinical leadership with team supervision, focusing on student wellbeing and nursing excellence. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in nursing and be ready to make a real impact in a dynamic school environment.

Benefits

Paid school holidays

Subsidized lunch

Competitive remuneration package

Medical and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid Singapore Nursing Board license.
• Minimum six years’ experience in paediatric and/or public health nursing.
• Experience in managing staff and healthcare resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing operations and support the Head of Nursing.
• Assist in planning activities and manage nursing team in the Head's absence.
• Promote health education and manage clinical care for students.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Relevant degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Term-time role (enjoy paid school holidays - non-working days);

• 5-day work week;

• Enjoy subsidized lunch in school;

• Competitive remuneration package & benefits (medical, dental, etc.).
  Salary is commensurate with relevant years of experience.

Dulwich College (Singapore) is seeking a Deputy Head of Nursing (Term-time) to join its nursing team from October 2025 (earlier start may also be possible).

This role combines clinical leadership with team supervision and strategic support within a dynamic school environment. Key responsibilities include overseeing daily nursing operations, supporting the Head of Nursing in planning and decision-making, and stepping into a leadership role when required.

With scope to influence policy, manage resources, and work across departments, it’s ideal for a proactive nurse ready to make a real impact on student wellbeing and nursing excellence.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• The post holder supports and complements all aspect of school nursing and the Head of Nursing through daily clinical supervision of the team and reflective practice;

• Work directly with the team on a daily basis in the health centres, whilst also taking a lead role as required on day-to-day matters, acting as a positive role model who is comfortable and proactive with decision making and with responsibility and accountability;

• Assist the Head of Nursing in planning activities and programmes during school term;

• Assist the Head of nursing with preparation for new school year and managing activities for the holiday periods (eg camps);

• Ensure the Head Nurse is kept well informed and up-to-date of any issues affecting the smooth running of the health centres;

• Assist in the coordination of allnursingactivities related directly or indirectly to student clinical care and first aid;

• Initiates, promotes and actively participates in student and community health education such as PSHE;

• In the absence of the Head of Nursing to manage the nurses and supervise them on a day-to-day basis and to attend meetings in her absence;

• Assist with the implementation of in house professional training and development of the team;

• Assist with and contribute to whole school initiatives and audits such ISO45001;

• Contribute to performance management processes as required;

• Be a visible presence in the College and promote the nursing service throughout the College community;

• Assist with the development and review of Policies and procedures for the Department;

• Assist the Head of Nursing with stock and equipment review, ordering and maintenance;

• Guiding and working collaboratively with trip leaders, outdoor learning and Sports Department regarding medical provision for day and residential trips;

• Adhering to PDPA, ethical and confidential guidelines regarding safe maintenance of all medical records;

• Report and records accidents and incident according to college procedure and give guidance to nursing team where appropriate.

All other duties commensurate with the post.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a relevant and recognised degree or professional qualification in Nursing.

• Be a Registered Nurse with the Singapore Nursing Board (SNB), with a valid and current licence (renewed annually or as required).

• Have completed the Preceptorship/Clinical Supervision Programme.

• Have a minimum of six years’ experience in paediatric and/or public health nursing, including settings such as the emergency department.

• Be capable of working independently and autonomously, with sound judgement in clinical decision-making.

• Have experience in managing staff and healthcare resources.

• Be skilled in assessing the health and developmental needs of children and young adults.

• Ideally have experience working in an international school environment.

• Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills.

• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey medical information clearly to students, parents, and staff.

• Exhibit a meticulous approach to administrative duties and the maintenance of accurate health records.

• Show a proactive attitude toward the responsibilities of the role.

• Be flexible and willing to work outside normal hours when required.

• Be able to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.

• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Having a diverse staff body is a great strength to us as a College and one of the ways that we can help students achieve our College Mission of Living Worldwise. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy or socio-economic status. We support family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational needs allow. Staff recruited locally are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local employment law.

Dulwich College (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, social media checks, and successful references. You can find information about Safeguarding at our College, including the Student Safeguarding Policy, at our website: https://singapore.dulwich.org/our-college/safeguarding

PEI Registration Number: 201027137D

Period of Registration: 09 January 2024 to 08 January 2028