HCRG Care Group
Specialist School Nurse
The closing date is 29 November 2026

Job summary
Job Introduction We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Nurse to oversee the healthcare provision for children and young people aged 2 to 19 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 carers, ensuring 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 Ridgeway School in Farnham 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 and procedures
• Clear understanding of community health services
• Able to communicate effectively
• Clear, concise written and oral communication
• Able to work autonomously and 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 and 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.
For further information please contact Charlie on 07393785609

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Pension: Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits.
• Professional Growth: Strive for Better networks connecting NHS professionals nationwide.
• Exclusive Rewards: Discounts and premium offers via Reward Gateway.
• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 free wellbeing service including counselling, career coaching and legal advice.
• Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to access wages as you need them.
• Learning and Development: E-learning, career pathways and funding opportunities.
• Recognition and Involvement: Local and national awards and regular leadership updates.

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. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We're a Disability Confident Committed company. As you'd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details
Employer name: HCRG Care Group
Address: Farnham, GU9 8HB, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/

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