Band 5 Specialist School Nurse - Leatherhead
Are you a compassionate and experienced nurse looking for a deeply rewarding role? We are seeking aBand 5 Specialist School Nurseto join our supportive and multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the provision of healthcare for children and young people aged 219 years, with severe, profound, and multiple learning and physical difficulties.
Youll play a key role in delivering specialist, holistic care in a unique educational setting, working closely with families, school staff, and healthcare professionals to ensure each childs needs are met with dignity, empathy, and expertise.
Base
This role is based at Woodlands School in Leatherhead.
Main duties of the job
Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals, using empathy and clarity in all interactions. Support inclusive communication methods and contribute to a connected, supportive team environment.
Clinical Judgement & Safeguarding
Assess and respond to complex health needs with care and professionalism. Safeguard children through vigilant practice and contribute to service improvement through reflection and audit.
Service Planning & Organisation
Coordinate care and staff to ensure responsive, high-quality support. Provide flexible cover across schools and contribute to a seamless nursing service.
Clinical Skills & Procedures
Deliver specialised, hands-on care including emergency response and complex procedures, while ensuring safe, accurate use of clinical equipment.
Patient-Centred Care
Provide holistic, family-focused care tailored to each childs physical, emotional, and social needs. Work in partnership with families and engage in multi-agency safeguarding support.
Policy & Service Development
Champion evidence-based practice and help shape service improvements through shared learning and collaboration.
Resource & Information Management
Maintain safe use of equipment and accurate, confidential records. Encourage effective use of digital tools to support care delivery.
Team Support & Development
Support the growth of others through training, mentoring, and supervision. Help create a positive, learning-focused team culture.
About us
About the Company
We change lives by transforming health and care.
Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.
While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.
To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2
Job responsibilities
As aSpecialistSchoolNursewe value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:
* Competitive Pay & Pension: Enjoy a Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits.
* Professional Growth: Join ourStrive for Betternetworks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.
* Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.
* Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counselors, career coaching, legal advice, and more.
* Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts.
* Learning & Development: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow.
* Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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