School Nurse
Full-time / Term-time only, Fixed-Term
As soon as possible start
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a flourishing boarding and day school, set on an attractive 100-acre campus and in a beautiful part of rural Surrey.
We are seeking a versatile, qualified and enthusiastic nurse to play a key role within a multi-disciplinary team that supports the physical, mental health and emotional wellbeing of our pupils and staff.
The School Nurse will treat minor ailments and injuries, promote physical and mental health, and serve as a key member of the wider pastoral and wellbeing team at the School. The role is both diverse and rewarding in the opportunities to influence and support the lives of young people in the School community.
In return, as well as job satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment, we can offer a competitive salary, free car parking, free use of our gym, swimming pool and sports facilities, all meals and snacks on duty and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
The postholder should expect elements of weekend working/shift work as well as time “on call”. “On call” time may be at home (if living within 20 minutes of School) or in our Health Centre.
Due to the nature of the role and a majority of hours being “on call”, the postholder will be entitled to live on site in a self-contained one bedroom flat with kitchen, free of charge of for rent and utilities
King Edward’s School is a co-educational boarding and day 11-18 school for some 470 pupils, around 30% of whom are full boarders. We are an HMC school and proud of our unique heritage and place among British co-educational independent schools.
To apply, please complete the Application Form or for further details, visit our website www.kesw.org or contact the HR Department on HR@KESW.ORG or telephone 01428 686739.
Closing date for applications: 12pm Monday 14th October 2024, early application is encourage as we may interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
King Edward’s School Witley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an Enhanced disclosure through the DBS. Please refer to our websites or ask HR for our child protection and rehabilitation of offenders’ policy. Applicants from under-represented groups are particularly welcome.