Medical Officer/School Nurse

Work In Hounslow Schools; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 768,000 - 856,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive CPD training

Wellbeing and medical support

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Marjory Kinnon School is seeking a Medical Officer / School Nurse to provide day-to-day medical care for students and staff in a Special Needs setting. You will lead first aid, medication, healthcare plans, and medical supplies, working closely with families and professionals.

Flexible hours and visits to the school are encouraged. Applicants should be a qualified teacher with QTS (ECTs welcome) and have a passion for supporting pupils with additional educational needs.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS (ECTs considered).
• Experience in Special Needs and ASC preferred.
• Calm and compassionate disposition with a caring approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively to secure best outcomes for pupils.
• Knowledge of THRIVE and behaviour management would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead on first aid, medication, healthcare plans, allergies and medical supplies.
• Develop and monitor medical provision and ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
• Collaborate with parents, staff and healthcare professionals.
• Visits to the school for interested candidates encouraged.

Skills

First aid

Medication management

THRIVE knowledge

Team collaboration

Calm and compassionate

Education

Qualified teacher with QTS

Job description

Location: Marjory Kinnon School, Hatton Road, Feltham, TW14 9QZ

Salary: £35,000 – £39,000 per annum F.E

Closing Date: 06/11/2026

MEDICAL OFFICER / SCHOOL NURSE

• Permanent
• Part-time 8.30 am - 3.30pm
• Term-time only
• Start date: ASAP
• Scale 6 - SO1 £35,000 – £39,000 p.a. pro rata

We are looking for someone who is of a calm and compassionate disposition to provide day to day medical needs of students and staff in a Special Needs school for pupils with Autism. You will take the lead on first aid, medication, healthcare plans, allergies and medical supplies, working closely with students, parents, colleagues and healthcare professionals.

You will also play an important part in helping us develop our medical provision and ensuring students receive the right support. This is a great opportunity to bring your skills, experience and ideas to our friendly school community. If you have a background in nursing, healthcare or a similar setting and are looking for a rewarding change of direction, we would love to hear from you. Flexible working hours will be considered. Visits to the school for interested candidates are encouraged.

You’ll relish your time at work and have the work-life balance to enjoy your time at home! We take our staff well-being seriously. Our staff team is welcoming and professional and we believe that you will find the school a great environment to work in.

About You:

• You’ll be awesome
• You’ll want to have purpose in your work life and want to make a difference in the world
• You will be a qualified teacher with QTS (if you are an ECT that’s fine!)
• You will have a passion for supporting pupils with additional educational needs and be motivated by the challenges that holds
• You will be able to work collaboratively to secure the best outcomes for all pupils
• If you have knowledge of THRIVE and an understanding of behaviour management strategies and how to apply them in the classroom that would be great, but if not, you just need the desire to learn

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with ASC experience.

It’s not just a job, it’s a career – the benefits we offer you:

• Extensive CPD training which provides a range of tailored and bespoke CPD opportunities to all
• A well-resourced and enjoyable working environment
• Competitive salaries and pay progression – as a growing school there will be a number of opportunities over the next few years for staff that wish to progress
• A supportive leadership team who are engaged in your professional development and success
• Employee Assistance Programme (Counselling, information and support)
• Well-being and medical support
• Excellent transport links with Hatton Cross Station and Feltham Station close by

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Marjory Kinnon School is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and visitor to uphold this commitment.

All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references, online checks and enhanced DBS checks.