We currently have an exciting opportunity to join the Special School Nursing Team within the Borough of Barnet on a temporary bank basis for the final half term of the academic year.
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Special School Nurse (Band 6) who is looking to develop their skills within the largest community healthcare trust in London.
The Special School Nursing Team is looking for a caring individual to work as part of a supportive team providing care for children and young people aged 4-19 years with a range of learning disabilities and complex health needs. The nursing team works closely with education professionals and other agencies to ensure that children achieve their full potential within the school environment.
This is a temporary, part-time, term-time only bank position for the final half term of the academic year. The successful candidate will normally work four days per week; however, there may be opportunities to work a fifth day in some weeks, subject to service needs and requirements.
Main duties of the job
You will be an experienced registered nurse, qualified in children’s nursing, adult nursing, or learning disability nursing, with up-to-date clinical skills in caring for children with complex health needs. This may include supporting children with epilepsy, enteral feeding requirements, and the administration of medications.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be flexible in meeting the needs of the children and the service, and possess strong organisational abilities. You will be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and be confident in delivering training and support to school staff and carers.
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Job responsibilities
Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values – Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.’
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
- RSCN or RN(Child) or LD
- Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration
- Evidence of post registration education and training
- School Nursing or Community Nursing /Specialist Practitioner Qualification
Experience
- Acute paediatric experience, caring for children with complex health needs
- Experience of delivering teaching/training
- Experience of working with students
- Experience of working in a multi-professional team to safeguard children
- Experience of working within a Special Needs School . Experience of Health Promotion/Public Health
- Experience of working within a Special Needs School . Experience of Health Promotion/Public Health
- Experience of safeguarding children with special needs
- Experience of immunisation
- Experience of managing staff
- Experience of working as a School Nurse or a Children’s Community Nurse
Skills and Knowledge
- High standard of clinical expertise
- Leadership skills and the ability to motivate staff
- Knowledge of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct
- Knowledge of Personal Development Planning .
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementations
- Knowledge of the purpose and value of Clinical Supervision and support of staff
- Understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities
- Knowledge of political issues within the profession and NH
- Knowledge and understanding of Evidenced Based Care
- Knowledge of the audit process
- Ability to communicate through Makaton or BSL
Other
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
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.
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