Company Overview
Amesbury School is an oversubscribed, independent co-educational day preparatory school for pupils aged 9 months to 13. Recognized for excellence in education, the school offers a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing young minds through innovative teaching and state-of-the-art facilities.
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated School Nurse to join Amesbury School in Hindhead. This vital role is based in Hindhead and involves providing high-quality health care and support to our students, ensuring their well-being aligns with our commitment to outstanding education and student development.
Specific Responsibilities
First Aid and Clinical Care (Primary Focus)
- Provide first aid, triage and ongoing care for pupils presenting with illness or injury
- Respond calmly and effectively to medical incidents and emergencies
- Assess situations, exercise sound clinical judgement and take appropriate action
- Escalate concerns appropriately to the Lead School Nurse where required
- Support pupils with a reassuring, professional and confident approach
- Ensure appropriate follow-up care and communication with staff and parents
- Support pupils with ongoing medical needs, including contributing to Individual Healthcare Plans
Medical Centre Support
- Support the day-to-day running of the medical centre under the direction of the Lead School Nurse
- Assist with the safe administration of medication in line with school policy
- Help ensure emergency medication is appropriately stored, accessible and in date
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, infection control and clinical safety
- Monitor and support stock levels of medical supplies and first aid equipment
Medical Records and Compliance
- Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date medical records in line with GDPR
- Support the management of pupil medical information and intake records
- Assist with accident and incident reporting for health and safety purposes
- Contribute to ensuring compliance with ISI standards and school policies
Wider School Provision
- Provide or support first aid provision for fixtures, trips and school events
- Offer pitch-side first aid cover where required
- Liaise effectively with parents and external healthcare professionals as appropriate
- Work collaboratively with staff to ensure pupils’ medical needs are understood and supported
Training and Professional Practice
- Support staff awareness of pupil medical needs and conditions
- Contribute to first aid training and awareness across the school where appropriate
- Work within the NMC Code of Conduct and remain professionally accountable for your practice
- Engage in ongoing professional development and clinical supervision
Pastoral and Safeguarding
- Act as a calm, approachable and reassuring presence for pupils
- Recognise and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with school policy
- Contribute to a safe, supportive and nurturing school environment
Amesbury School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
If you are passionate about nurturing young lives through exceptional healthcare, we invite you to bring your expertise to Amesbury School. Join us in creating a safe, supportive space where every student can thrive.
An application form can be found Careers at Amesbury | Amesbury School Hindhead
Amesbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to maximise opportunity, minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
Pay: £17.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
