School Nurse – Welcoming Secondary School in Slough
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Job Summary
Job Title: School Nurse
Location: Slough Berkshire (Fringe)
School Type: 1118 Secondary School & Sixth Form
Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary:per annum (NHS Band 5/6 Equivalent Fringe Scale)
Role Overview
A welcoming secondary school in Slough is seeking a qualified compassionate and proactive School Nurse to lead health first aid and medical care provision across the school this vital non-teaching medical role you will deliver immediate clinical care for pupil illnesses and injuries manage pupil Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs) oversee medication administration and coordinate immunizations with local NHS healthcare trusts. Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) SENCO and pastoral teams you will safeguard pupil health and wellbeing while promoting health education across the school community.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the school medical room providing first aid treatment emergency medical care and clinical assessment for pupils and staff.
Formulate implement and review Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs) for pupils with complex medical conditions (e.g. severe allergies asthma diabetes epilepsy) in partnership with parents SENCO and specialists.
Oversee safe storage auditing recording and administration of prescribed and emergency medications in line with school medical policies and statutory guidelines.
Coordinate public health immunizations health screening programs and specialist visits with NHS Berkshire healthcare teams and school nursing services.
Maintain accurate medical records using school management software (e.g. SIMS CPOMS Arbor) logging all clinical treatments accidents and RIDDOR-reportable incidents.
Collaborate with pastoral staff and safeguarding leads to identify underlying physical or mental health concerns supporting vulnerable pupils and contributing to health promotion initiatives.
Key Requirements
Registered Nurse (RGN / RSCN) qualification with valid NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration.
Current Paediatric First Aid and First Aid at Work certifications.
Previous nursing experience within a school paediatric care or community public health setting.
Strong clinical assessment skills empathetic communication and the ability to remain calm in emergency situations.
Sound understanding of medical confidentiality GDPR and safeguarding frameworks under Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
Legal right to work in the UK.
School Highlights & Benefits
Dedicated well-equipped school medical room with comprehensive administrative support and digital record systems.
Competitive salary on the Fringe pay scale reflecting Sloughs proximity to London.
Supportive senior leadership and pastoral teams committed to holistic pupil welfare and continuous professional development (CPD).
Accessible Slough location with excellent transport links across Berkshire Buckinghamshire and West London plus free on-site staff parking.
Local Government Pension Scheme / NHS-aligned pension options and term-time-only working arrangements.
Application
To apply for this School Nurse role at a welcoming secondary school in Slough starting ASAP please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.
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