Band 6 School Nurse – Children’s Community Team
Pay Rate: £27 per hour
Shift Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm or 8:30am–4:30pm
Setting: Special school / children’s community nursing
Job Description:
We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a skilled and caring Band 6 School Nurse at Jack Tizard School. Situated in the heart of London, our specialist educational facility provides comprehensive support for children with complex health needs. This ongoing role allows you to make a tangible difference by delivering high-quality nursing care and promoting health and wellbeing within a vibrant school community.
Working independently and providing clinical leadership, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate personalised care programmes, focusing on improving outcomes for our students. You will also play a key role in responding to health emergencies, supporting healthy lifestyle initiatives, and mentoring junior nursing staff. Collaborating with families, multidisciplinary teams, and educational professionals, you will ensure a cohesive and nurturing environment for all.
Perks and Benefits:
* Enjoy competitive pay that recognises your expertise and dedication.
* On top of this, the opportunity provides an ideal platform for professional growth and fulfillment, allowing you to develop and refine your skills in a supportive setting.
* Flexible shifts make it easy to balance personal commitments with professional responsibilities, providing the perfect work-life balance.
* Our vibrant workplace culture emphasises support and teamwork, giving you a sense of belonging in a tight-knit community.
* Plus, the variety and challenges you’ll face will hone your nursing skills, ensuring no two days are the same while making a real difference in young lives.
Responsibilities:
* Assess the health needs of individual children and the wider school population, identifying risks and protective factors.
* Plan, implement, and evaluate personalised nursing care programmes, including managing complex and long-term conditions.
* Deliver specialist nursing interventions such as seizure management, wound care, respiratory assessments, and care aligned with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
* Promote health and wellbeing through education, early intervention, and public health initiatives within the school setting.
* Act as a safeguarding lead, recognising and responding to child protection concerns in line with statutory guidance.
* Lead and supervise junior nursing staff and healthcare assistants, providing mentorship, clinical supervision, and support.
* Collaborate with schools, GPs, social care, allied health professionals, and voluntary organisations to ensure holistic care.
* Maintain accurate clinical records and utilise IT systems effectively for documentation and communication.
* Participate in quality improvement projects and evidence-based practice to enhance service delivery.
* Work flexibly within school hours, maintaining a professional and supportive presence on site.
Requirements:
* Registered Nurse (Child) with current NMC registration.
* Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) qualification in School Nursing or equivalent.
* Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience in paediatric nursing.
* Experience working in community nursing or special school settings supporting children with complex needs.
* Confident in managing seizures, wound care, respiratory assessments, and complex care needs.
* Knowledge and experience of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
* Desirable: Experience working with children with learning disabilities.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across agencies.
* Leadership skills with experience supervising and mentoring junior staff.
* Proficient in IT, including electronic health records and Microsoft Office.
* Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
* Ability to work on-site full time during school hours; no car required.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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