Band 5 Specialist School Nurse - Farnham
Are you a compassionate and experienced nurse looking for a deeply rewarding role? We are seeking a Band 5 Specialist School Nurse to join our supportive and multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will be responsible for overseeing healthcare provision for children and young people aged 3-19 years, with severe, profound, and multiple learning and physical difficulties.
You'll 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 child's needs are met with dignity, empathy, and expertise.
Base
This role is based at Ridgeway School in Farnham.
Whilst the schools are closed for the summer holidays from 18th July, we can offer informal visits to the schools. For further details on this role, please contact us.
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.
* 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.
* Coordinate care and staff to ensure responsive, high-quality support.
* Provide flexible cover across schools and contribute to a seamless nursing service.
* Deliver specialised, hands-on care including emergency response and complex procedures, ensuring safe, accurate use of clinical equipment.
* Provide holistic, family-focused care tailored to each child's physical, emotional, and social needs.
* Work in partnership with families and engage in multi-agency safeguarding support.
* Champion evidence-based practice and help shape service improvements through shared learning and collaboration.
* Maintain safe use of equipment and accurate, confidential records.
* Encourage effective use of digital tools to support care delivery.
* Support the growth of others through training, mentoring, and supervision.
* Work independently with sound clinical judgement, maintaining high standards of care and promoting a safe, respectful environment for all.
Please see the attached job description for a full list of responsibilities.
About us
About the Company
We change lives by transforming health and care.
Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services focused on experience, efficiency, and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children’s community health services, primary care including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology, 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 values: we care, we think, we do.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We are a Disability Confident committed company, providing facilities, adjustments, and solutions to be inclusive of everyone.
While roles can fill quickly, we encourage you to apply promptly if interested. To learn more about HCRG Care Group, visit our website.
Job responsibilities
We would love to hear from you if you:
* Are an RGN and/or RSCN with experience working with children and/or those with learning disabilities
* Have experience working with children with additional needs
* Have a good working knowledge of Child Protection policies and procedures
* Have a clear understanding of community health services
* Can communicate effectively
* Can work autonomously and prioritize effectively
* Have experience working with children with complex health needs
* Have previous experience in a special school setting
* Have participated in clinical audits
Other requirements: Full UK Driving Licence with a car insured for business use.
Please see the attached Job Description for the full Personal Specification.
As a Specialist School Nurse, we value your wellbeing and offer benefits such as:
* Competitive pay & pension: Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits.
* Professional growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide.
* Exclusive rewards: Discounts at supermarkets, retailers, and Virgin Experience Days via our Reward Gateway.
* Wellbeing support: 24/7 free wellbeing services including counseling, coaching, and legal advice.
* Flexible pay options: Use Wagestream to access your wages as needed.
* Learning & development: Support for career growth through e-learning, pathways, and funding.
* Recognition & involvement: Awards, contribution opportunities, and updates from leadership.
Person Specification
General Requirements
* Click Apply above to view the full Job Description on our career site.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required.
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