At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Medical and Welfare Office, providing first aid and medical support to students and staff.
- Company: Join a supportive school community focused on student wellbeing and safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and collaboration within a caring team.
- Why this job: Be the go-to person for health and wellbeing, impacting students' lives every day.
- Qualifications: Nursing qualification and experience in a school or healthcare setting preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Responsible to
- Assistant Headteacher
- Job Purpose
The School Nurse forms part of the wider pastoral team and is responsible for leading the school’s Medical and Welfare Office.
The role promotes the physical health, emotional wellbeing and safety of students, while also providing first aid and medical support to staff and visitors.
The postholder will act as the first response for medical incidents across the school site, manage student medical plans and medication, administer treatment within professional competence, monitor medical trends, support families with basic advice, and produce reports for the Senior Leadership Team and Governors.
The School Nurse will also line manage the part-time Welfare Assistant.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Medical and Welfare Office, ensuring medical facilities, first aid provision, equipment and records are maintained to a high standard.
- Act as first response for medical incidents, accidents or emergencies involving students, staff or visitors, assessing need and arranging further treatment, parent/carer contact or emergency support where required.
Provide first aid.
Administer treatment within professional competence and in line with school policy, consent, care plans and clinical guidance.
- Manage the safe storage, administration and recording of medication.
- Coordinate first aid cover, staff first aid training and the deployment of First Aiders across the school.
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School Nurse employer: Park High School
Park High School is an excellent employer that prioritises the health and wellbeing of its students and staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees have ample opportunities for growth and advancement within the educational sector. Located in a vibrant community, the school offers unique advantages such as a focus on student welfare and a culture that values teamwork and innovation.
