Package Description:
As a Band 5 Specialist School Nurse we 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 our Strive for Better networks, 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.

Job Introduction
We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Nurse to oversee the healthcare provision for children and young people aged 219 with severe, profound, and multiple learning and physical difficulties.

In this rewarding role, you will offer expert training, guidance, and support to school staff, parents, and carersensuring the best possible care for every child.

You will be part of a team supporting the senior school nurse and assistant practitioner within your team, helping to create a collaborative, nurturing environment where everyone can thrive

Base
This role is based at Woodlands School in Leatherhead and is Term-Time only

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality, child-centred nursing care, including medication oversight, tracheostomy and PEG care, and emergency response.
• Assess health needs, make informed clinical decisions, and contribute to safeguarding and multi-agency work.
• Communicate effectively with children, families, and professionals, using alternative communication methods where needed.
• Develop and review personalised care plans and empower families in managing health needs.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and ensure safe use of medical equipment.
• Provide training, supervision, and mentorship to school staff and students.
• Support service improvement through audit, evaluation, and evidence-based practice.
• Work autonomously while upholding high professional standards across the school nursing service.

Ideal Candidate
Essential

• RGN and or RSCN with child and/or learning disability experience
• Experience of working with children with additional needs
• Good working knowledge of Child Protection policy & procedures
• Clear understanding of community health services
• Able to communicate effectively
• Clear, concise written & oral communication
• Able to work autonomously & prioritise own work effectively

Desirable

• School nurse degree, diploma
• Experience of working with children with complex health needs
• Previous working experience in a special school setting
• Experience of initiating & participating in clinical audits

Other requirements: The post holder must be a car driver with a valid driving licence.

Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential qualifications include being a registered RGN and/or RSCN with experience in child and/or learning disability care, clear understanding of safeguarding and community health services, and effective communication skills. Desirable qualifications include a school nurse degree or diploma, experience working with children with complex health needs or prior experience in a special school setting, and experience in clinical audits.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).