At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality clinical care and support students' health and wellbeing.
- Company: St John's School, a leading independent school with a dedicated Health Centre team.
- Benefits: Rewarding role in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a caring team focused on safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Qualified Nurse with NMC registration and experience in clinical decision-making.
The predicted salary is between 29970 - 36483 £ per year.
St John's School are seeking an experienced, compassionate, proactive and clinically skilled School Nurse to join our dedicated Health Centre team. This is a rewarding and varied role within a leading independent school, where you will play a key part in supporting the health, safety, and wellbeing of our pupils.
Working alongside our existing team of School Nurses, you will be responsible for delivering high quality clinical care in a busy and dynamic environment, ensuring students receive both physical and emotional support throughout the school day.
The Role
- Delivering high‑quality clinical care to pupils
- Responding to medical incidents and emergencies
- Managing both acute and chronic health conditions
- Supporting students’ emotional wellbeing
- Maintaining accurate and confidential health records
- Contributing to safeguarding and wider wellbeing initiatives
- Able to work independently and also collaboratively as part of a caring and professional health team
About You
- A qualified Nurse with current NMC registration
- Experienced and confident in clinical decision‑making
- Relevant experience, which can be applied to the role
- Knowledgeable in safeguarding and young people’s health needs
- Friendly, approachable, and able to build rapport with students
- Excellent communication skills with staff, parents, and external professionals
- Adaptable and able to prioritise in a fast‑paced environment
- Able to apply critical thinking to practice
- Committed to providing up‑to‑date and evidence based practice
Closing date
Closing date: 9.00am, Friday 26 June 2026 (interview process will take place week commencing 29 June). Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to appoint at any time during the recruitment process.
School Nurse - permanent in Leatherhead employer: St John's School, Leatherhead
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Contact Details:
St John's School, Leatherhead Recruitment Team
