Registered School Nurse – Secondary School in Oxford (ASAP Start January Start)
Job Summary
A scholarly secondary school in Oxford is seeking a qualified Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) to lead the school medical center for an immediate (ASAP) or January start.
Job Overview
The School Nurse leads healthcare delivery across the school campus providing clinical triage emergency medical care mental health support and chronic condition management for all students and staff.
Working alongside the safeguarding team pastoral leads and SENCOs you will maintain medical records manage Individual Healthcare Plans (IHCPs) coordinate public health immunizations and train staff on medical protocols (anaphylaxis asthma epilepsy diabetes). This is a full-time ongoing or permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the daily operation of the school medical center treating acute illness injuries and emergency health cases
Write review and monitor Individual Healthcare Plans (IHCPs) for pupils with chronic conditions (diabetes epilepsy severe allergies)
Administer prescribed and over-the-counter medications in compliance with DfE guidelines and NMC standards
Lead health promotion health screening programs and coordination of local NHS immunization teams
Deliver medical training to school staff including EpiPen use asthma management and diabetes care
Liaise closely with external NHS services GPs paediatric specialists and the school safeguarding lead (DSL)
Role Overview & Specifications
Start Date: ASAP or January
Contract Type: Full-time long-term or permanent (Term-Time Only)
Location: Oxford Oxfordshire
Salary / Pay Rate: Band 5 / Band 6 equivalent (Dependent on NHS experience & qualifications)
Key Systems: Medical Tracker / CPOMS / SIMS
Candidate Requirements
Registered Nurse status (RGN or SCPHN) with active NMC registration
Experience in pediatric nursing emergency care public health or independent/secondary school nursing
Current First Aid Trainer / Immediate Life Support certification
Deep understanding of child protection protocols medical confidentiality and statutory DfE healthcare guidance
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this School Nurse position in Oxford.
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