The Leys School
Cambridgeshire
Salary:
Band 6, Intermediate Step Point NHS Pay Scale
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Apply by:
15 September 2025
Job overview
School Nurse
Part Time | Permanent Post | Starting Autumn 2025
We are looking for a registered adult, child or mental health nurse for a part time School Nurse role in our Medical Centre. We are looking for a committed, motivated and flexible Nurse who will enjoy working with our young people. The role is varied and includes illness and injury work, chronic illness management, health promotion, immunisations and trip planning. Nursing experience within a school, general practice or A/E would be advantageous. Good communication, organisational and IT skills are essential.
We are looking for somebody who can work 30 hours per week (during term time only, 34 weeks per year).
Your normal hours of work each week will be:
* Tuesday (24-hour shift) from 09.30 am to 10.00 am (Wednesday morning). Paid hours equate to 15 hours with an overnight allowance for sleeping in.
* Friday (24-hour shift) from 09.30 am to 10.00 am (Saturday morning). Paid hours equate to 15 hours with an overnight allowance for sleeping in.
You will be required to stay on site overnight in the Nurse's accommodation.
The salary is based on the NHS Pay Structure, benefits include free meals when working, NMC fees paid, free parking and use of the Sports Complex (subject to terms and conditions).
For a full description of the role please see the 'Candidate Information Pack – School Nurse.'
The Leys is an inclusive and inspiring co-educational boarding and day school offering an incredible learning environment and pupil experience in Cambridge. Putting pupils at the heart of everything we do, our shared values create a strong, caring, and cohesive community. The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated, successful, and welcoming team of teaching and business professionals, committed to working together to combine their skills, experience, and insights to deliver an excellent education to our pupils.
The Leys is an extremely rewarding place to work. We hope you will take the time to look at our website,
The Leys School
, to find out more about us.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Before appointment to any role in the school, checks including an Enhanced DBS Check and workplace references will be undertaken in accordance with current statutory guidance. Evidence of eligibility to work in the UK is required. A six-month probationary period will also apply.
The Foundation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity and celebrates the diverse voice of our community.
How to apply:
If you are interested in applying, please submit a completed application form including covering letter, addressed to the Lead Nurse, to the Recruitment Team ), The Leys School, Cambridge, CB2 7AD by 09.00am on 15 September 2025
This role has the opportunity for regular contact with pupils and therefore is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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Attached documents
Candidate Information Pack School
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About The Leys School
The Leys School
Trumpington Road, Cambridge
Cambridgeshire
CB2 7AD
United Kingdom
The Leys is Cambridge's leading co-educational boarding and day school – a statement that is absolutely true and yet only scratches the surface of what makes it such a remarkable place.
At its heart, The Leys is more than just a school. It is a vibrant, inclusive and supportive community where pastoral care is not just a priority, but the foundation of everything we do. The school is big enough to offer extraordinary breadth of opportunity but small enough for staff to get to know each pupil as an individual, celebrating their unique strengths and character, and encouraging them to grow in confidence, curiosity and compassion. That sense of belonging – of being known and valued – is one of the greatest gifts we can offer.
Founded in 1875, The Leys is proud of its heritage. But we are equally committed to looking forward. Our values – kindness, respect, integrity and ambition – are timeless, yet we apply them in ways that prepare our pupils for a rapidly changing world. With outstanding teaching, excellent facilities and a culture of aspiration, we support our pupils to thrive academically and personally, both now and in the future.
Our location in the heart of Cambridge – one of the world's most dynamic academic and cultural cities – offers unparalleled opportunities. Whether in the classroom, on the stage, on the sports field or beyond, our pupils are encouraged to aim high and explore widely. We are proud of their achievements, but prouder still of the people they become: thoughtful, grounded, and ready to make a difference.
This website offers a glimpse into life at The Leys, but it can only tell part of the story. I warmly invite you to visit us and experience for yourself the energy, warmth and spirit that make this school so special. We believe that education is most powerful when it is a partnership. We value the trust that parents place in us, and we are committed to working closely with families to support each child's journey. Whether through regular communication, shared celebrations, or collaborative problem-solving, parents are active partners in the life of the school. Together, we can ensure that every pupil is known, supported and inspired to thrive – not just academically, but as confident, compassionate young people ready to make their mark on the world.
I look forward to welcoming you.
Clare Ives
Head
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