Lead College Nurse Job in City of London

Part-time Lead College Nurse Job, Aldgate, London

Salary: £24,000–£30,000 per annum (based on 3 days per week; full-time equivalent £40,000–£50,000)

Job Type: Part-time, permanent, term-time only

Start Date: Immediate

Application Deadline: 30 October 2026

Job Overview

Job Title: Lead College Nurse

Department: Medical, Wellbeing and Pastoral Care

Reports to: Head of Boarding

Work Location: On-site, across the boarding house and college campus

About the Institution

A prestigious independent sixth-form college and private educational institution in central London, committed to academic excellence and the holistic development of its students. The institution prides itself on fostering a collaborative, innovative and supportive environment for both students and staff.

Purpose of the Role

The Lead College Nurse provides strategic leadership, clinical expertise, and team oversight to ensure high-quality healthcare is delivered to students, staff and boarders throughout term time. The role extends beyond direct clinical care to include the development and maintenance of robust medical protocols, management of medical facilities, and promotion of proactive health and safety awareness across the institution.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Clinical Nursing and Leadership

Direct Clinical Care and Team Oversight

• Provide expert clinical assistance for minor ailments and injuries while supervising the nursing team.

• Oversee the safe administration, storage, and accurate record-keeping of prescribed and non-prescribed medications.

• Ensure comprehensive and up-to-date medical records are maintained for all students.

• Lead assessments of students’ medical needs, including determining Gillick competence where applicable.

Collaborative Health Management

• Act as the primary liaison with parents, college management, local healthcare facilities, and external providers to arrange appropriate care.

• Serve as the first point of escalation for high-risk medical issues and psychosocial concerns, ensuring prompt and coordinated responses.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, the Vice-Principal, Head of Boarding and College Counsellor to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to student health.

Team Development and Training

• Develop, implement, and regularly review clinical protocols and best-practice guidelines.

• Design and deliver training for house parents and junior nursing staff, including competency assessments in medication management and emergency procedures.

• Oversee Rota planning, including on-call cover, and provide mentorship and performance feedback to the nursing team.

Facility and Resource Management

• Ensure the college and boarding house medical units are fully stocked and maintained in line with institutional policies and health and safety standards.

• Monitor significant health issues within the college and wider community, liaising with the UK Health Security Agency when appropriate during outbreaks or emergencies.

• Conduct routine checks of allergy response boxes and other critical medical supplies, ensuring restocking is documented and managed appropriately.

2. Health and Safety

• Advise senior management on relevant health and safety matters, ensuring compliance with applicable institutional, local authority and government guidelines.

• Plan, coordinate and deliver anaphylaxis, asthma, and defibrillator training for staff and, where appropriate, students.

• Oversee the implementation of emergency protocols and lead the nursing team during critical incidents.

3. Student Support and Health Promotion

• Collaborate with the Head of Boarding, Safeguarding Team and other key staff to develop and implement college-wide health initiatives.

• Lead health education programmes, promoting hygiene, smoking and alcohol cessation, anxiety management, and general wellbeing.

• Ensure students are registered with a UK GP and support them in arranging appropriate medical, dental and specialist appointments.

• Coordinate vaccination programmes and provide students and families with information regarding immunization.

4. Communication, Record-keeping, and Policy Development

Information Sharing and Handover

• Lead effective handovers within boarding teams to ensure continuity of care and clear communication.

• Maintain detailed records of interactions with parents, staff and students, ensuring actions and outcomes are accurately documented.

Interdepartmental Coordination

• Act as the central point of contact for health-related matters, coordinating with local public health teams, GP practices and pharmacies to keep protocols and procedures up to date.

• Prepare comprehensive reports, accident documentation and health updates for senior management and the Vice-Principal.

• Contribute to the development and review of health policies, ensuring procedures reflect best practice and relevant regulatory standards.

• Support the communication of health and safety information through staff briefings and coordinated updates.

5. Pastoral Support

• Provide a compassionate and knowledgeable presence as a key point of contact within the pastoral team.

• Contribute to student health education and overall welfare by participating in PSHE sessions and dedicated form-time discussions on physical and emotional wellbeing.

• Recognize and elevate concerns promptly, ensuring students receive appropriate support.

Skills and Qualifications

Professional Expertise

• Current professional nursing registration and relevant qualifications.

• Up to date First Aid, CPR and AED training.

• Strong clinical competence in wound care, medication management, and emergency response.

Leadership and Communication

• Proven ability to lead and manage a clinical team, balancing decisive leadership with supportive mentorship.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to work professionally with students, senior management, parents, and external healthcare providers.

Technical and Organizational Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using databases for accurate record-keeping.

• Ability to priorities effectively, remain calm under pressure and manage competing responsibilities.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development, including Level 3 Safeguarding training and any institution-specific training requirements.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years’ post-registration nursing experience, ideally within a clinical or educational environment.

• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role is highly desirable.

• Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate clearly and appropriately across cultures.

• Demonstrable ability to remain calm under pressure, make sound decisions during emergencies and adapt flexibly to changing priorities.

• A caring, approachable manner, combining compassionate support with clinical professionalism.

The Lead College Nurse will also contribute to the ongoing development of healthcare policies, quality improvement initiatives and innovative approaches to student welfare and health education.

Employment Details

• Salary: £24,000–£30,000 per annum, based on three days per week; full-time equivalent £40,000–£50,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

• Working days: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8:30 am–5:30 pm, with a 24/7 emergency contact requirement.

• Contract: Permanent, part-time, term-time only.

• Probation period: Three months.

• Annual leave: Term-time arrangement with holiday pay.

• Pension: Royal London Workplace Pension Scheme.

Benefits

• Complimentary meals during term time.

• Free access to the college gym.

Equal Opportunities

The institution is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or any other protected characteristic.

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