PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL NURSING SISTER

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Kloof; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A private girls' school in Kloof is seeking a Professional School Nursing Sister to provide holistic nursing care. The ideal candidate will be registered with the South African Nursing Council and have a proven track record in a school environment. This full-time role includes weekend on-call duties and requires excellent communication and organizational skills. Applications are open until 30 November 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment.
• Willingness to be on call alternate weekends.
• Possess a current drivers’ licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to students.
• Support students with health-related needs.
• Uphold the values and ethos of the school.

Skills

Proficiency in English (spoken and written)

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Nurturing approach

Team player

Education

Registered with the South African Nursing Council

Job description

To be the leading Christian school providing a holistic, values-based education that helps girls build character and equips them to thrive in life.

The following position is available at St Mary’s DSG, Kloof, KwaZulu-Natal, a progressive and forward-thinking private girls’ school.

PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL NURSING SISTER

Full Time Position

Date of Commencement: 01 January 2026

We are looking for an experienced, dedicated, ethical, responsible and caring Professional Nurse.

Requirements of this position-

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council
• A proven track record in a school environment
• Proficiency in English (both spoken and written)
• Excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills
• A team-player who is reliable and essentially committed to duties after hours in case of emergencies
• A nurturing approach and an understanding of young and adolescent girls
• Uphold the values and ethos of the school
• Possess a current drivers’ licence

Working Hours and Duties

• Friday – Sunday: on call alternate weekends

Please complete the Application Form which can be found on the school website at stmarysdsg.co.za or download here and email the completed form with your up-to-date CV (no supporting documents) to [e-mail] . Only electronic applications will be accepted.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date where relevant

supporting documents will be requested. Should you not be contacted after the said date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The closing date for applications: 30 November 2025

St Mary’s is an equal opportunity employer. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the post will result in the applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. The successful candidate will be required to provide a police clearance certificate and be cleared on the Sexual Offenders Register. By submitting your CV and providing St Mary’s DSG, Kloof (“the School”) with your Personal Information, you consent to the School processing your Personal Information, which the School undertakes to process strictly in accordance with the Section 18 Informed Consent Document