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Band 5 Specialist School Nurse – Redhill
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.
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.
- Offer expert training, guidance, and support to school staff, parents, and carers, ensuring the best possible care for every child.
- Serve as a compassionate and enthusiastic leader within the team supporting the senior school nurse and assistant practitioner.
Qualifications & Experience
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered School Care Nurse (RSCN) with child and/or learning disability experience.
- Experience working with children with additional needs.
- Good working knowledge of Child Protection policy & procedures.
- Clear understanding of community health services.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral.
- Able to work autonomously and prioritise own work effectively.
- Desirable: School nurse degree or diploma.
- Desirable: Experience working with children with complex health needs.
- Desirable: Previous experience in a special school setting.
- Desirable: Experience initiating and participating in clinical audits.
- Driver's licence – must be a car driver with a valid licence.
Additional Requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Location
This role is based in the South East area of Surrey, at Brooklands and Clifton Hill Schools.
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Location: Redhill
Job Description:
Band 5 Specialist School Nurse – Redhill
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.
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.
- Offer expert training, guidance, and support to school staff, parents, and carers, ensuring the best possible care for every child.
- Serve as a compassionate and enthusiastic leader within the team supporting the senior school nurse and assistant practitioner.
Qualifications & Experience
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered School Care Nurse (RSCN) with child and/or learning disability experience.
- Experience working with children with additional needs.
- Good working knowledge of Child Protection policy & procedures.
- Clear understanding of community health services.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral.
- Able to work autonomously and prioritise own work effectively.
- Desirable: School nurse degree or diploma.
- Desirable: Experience working with children with complex health needs.
- Desirable: Previous experience in a special school setting.
- Desirable: Experience initiating and participating in clinical audits.
- Driver’s licence – must be a car driver with a valid licence.
Additional Requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Location
This role is based in the South East area of Surrey, at Brooklands and Clifton Hill Schools.
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Posted: May 17th, 2026