Nurse

Reddford House Schools SA; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A premium private school in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated school nurse to provide First Aid and medical support to students. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with excellent communication skills and previous school nursing experience. You will be responsible for health records, administering medication, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. This position requires availability to work weekends and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Must possess a dispensing licence or be in the process of obtaining one.
• Previous experience as a school nurse would be advantageous.
• Driver’s licence and own vehicle required.
• Availability to work on weekends and be on call when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide First Aid to staff and learners.
• Dispense medication to children as requested by parents.
• Monitor immunisation records of learners.
• Implement health and safety protocols.
• Transport and accompany sick or injured children to medical facilities.
• Maintain record keeping.
• Submit medical insurance claims.
• Conduct drug testing if required.
• Provide counselling on medical issues.
• Manage and order medical stock.

Skills

Communication skills

Administration skills

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act

Dispensing skills

Data reporting and computer literacy

Organised and detail-oriented

Passion for the profession

Positive attitude towards change

Education

SANC registered nurse

Valid Basic Life Support and First Aid Level 3

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents and over 95,000 students who receive a world‑class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations, collectively forming an international family that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

Reddford House Northcliff is situated on the affluent Northcliff Ridge and surrounded by upmarket leafy suburbs. The school offers a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere with a Reggio Emilia inspired philosophy, spacious 2‑storey buildings that include performing and creative studios, ample sport fields, and future facilities such as a swimming pool.

Role Summary

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well‑being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide First Aid to staff and learners.
• Dispense medication to children as requested by parents.
• Monitor immunisation records of learners.
• Implement health and safety protocols.
• Transport and accompany sick or injured children to medical facilities.
• Maintain record keeping.
• Submit medical insurance claims and organise payments to doctors and hospitals.
• Conduct drug testing if required.
• Provide counselling to learners and staff regarding medical issues.
• Manage and order medical stock including invoicing.
• Work hand‑in‑hand with the Boarding Team.
• Required to reside on campus in designated accommodation provided.
• Be responsible for night shift and on‑call duties during weekends when pupils are on campus.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks determined by the School Head/Line Manager.

Ideal Candidate

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong administration skills.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Dispensing skills.
• Data reporting and computer literacy.
• Organised, detail‑oriented, hard‑working, and flexible.
• SANC registered nurse.
• Previous experience as a school nurse would be advantageous.
• Valid Basic Life Support and First Aid Level 3.
• Knowledge of medical accounting and administration.
• Driver’s licence and own vehicle.
• Must possess a dispensing licence or be in the process of obtaining one.
• Availability to work on weekends and be on call when required.
• Demonstrable passion for the profession.
• Excellent organisational skills and a positive attitude towards change.

Safeguarding Statement

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.