An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 School Nurse Assistant to join our School Health Team in Wandsworth. This is a permanent, term-time only role, working Monday to Friday, supporting school-based health screening services for children and young people.
The postholder will support the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP), including weighing and measuring Reception and Year 6 children, arranging school sessions, preparing information, transporting equipment and ensuring activity is completed accurately and sensitively.
You will work closely with children, school staff, parents and the wider School Health Team, helping pupils feel comfortable, reassured and able to take part. The role requires a compassionate approach, particularly when supporting children who may be nervous or have emotional, physical or social needs.
The role also includes accurate data entry on SystmOne/EMIS, validating class lists, uploading NCMP data, generating results letters and supporting hearing, vision or health questionnaire screening where commissioned.
We are looking for someone organised, reliable and confident communicating with children, parents, schools and colleagues. You will need good attention to detail, strong IT/admin skills and the ability to plan your workload, travel between schools and work in different school environments.
This is a rewarding role for someone who wants to support a child-focused service that promotes health, wellbeing and partnership working
Support the delivery of the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) in schools by measuring and recording the height and weight of Reception and Year 6 children in state-funded schools, including academies.
Liaise with schools ahead of planned sessions to arrange suitable dates, confirm attendance and share the necessary information required for the screening programme.
Plan and organise own travel to schools, including safely transporting the equipment needed to carry out NCMP screening activities.
Use the relevant NCMP screening tools and systems accurately, following appropriate training and competency assessment.
Ensure class lists and screening data are checked, validated and updated on the electronic patient record system in a timely manner to support NCMP deadlines.
Accurately input NCMP data onto SystmOne after each screening session and upload the required information to the national School Screener/HSCIC system , maintaining concentration to ensure all measurements are recorded correctly.
Work sensitively with children and school staff to help pupils feel comfortable, reassured and able to cooperate during the screening process.
Demonstrate compassion, empathy and sensitivity when supporting children who may be nervous, distressed, or have emotional, physical or social needs
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.
Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values - A ccountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
