School Nurse
Salary: In line with the NHS Agenda for Change Band Six (pro rata to annualised hours over 39.6 weeks)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 22 hours per week, term time only
The role:
We are looking for a compassionate and well-qualified Registered Nurse to join us at St Edward’s Oxford on a part-time basis (22 hours per week). This is a rewarding opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality, clinically effective care to pupils within a vibrant day and boarding school environment.
As part of our friendly and professional Health Centre team, you will play a vital role in supporting the physical and emotional wellbeing of our pupils. This will involve providing day-to-day nursing care, managing treatment plans, administering medication, liaising with parents and professionals, and contributing to safeguarding and health education.
Shift patterns:
Your base daily shift pattern will typically consist of a long day shift or a night shift, plus an early and/or late shift:
- Long shift (7:30am – 8:00pm)
- Early shift (7:30am – 4:00pm)
- Late shift (12:00pm – 8:30pm)
- Night shift (7:30pm – 8am)
Early shifts are usually reserved for Saturdays, whilst late shifts are routinely worked from Monday to Saturday. This is a term-time only position, making this an ideal opportunity for those seeking work-life balance along with regular holidays aligned with the school calendar.
About you:
You will be a Registered General Nurse (adult/child), with experience in school nursing, A&E, paediatrics, GP surgery, community nursing or adolescent health. You will have excellent communication skills, a calm and empathetic approach, and the ability to work independently without on-site medical backup. Up-to-date clinical knowledge and a commitment to ensuring pupil welfare is also essential.
Why work at St Edward’s:
St Edward’s is a co-educational boarding and day school set in 100 acres just north of Oxford city centre. We offer a welcoming, inclusive working environment with a strong sense of community. Staff benefit from a range of facilities including free membership at the on-site Nuffield Health gym, access to wellbeing resources, and professional development opportunities. With term-time working and supportive colleagues, this role offers both meaningful work and space for balance outside of it.
A full job description is available below:
Full job description for the role of School Nurse
To apply, please click the apply button to download the application form and full job details.
Application forms can be found in the blue ‘useful links’ box to the right, or below, depending on your device. Completed forms should be emailed to recruitment@stedwardsoxford.org or posted to Recruitment, St Edward’s School, Woodstock Road, Oxford OX2 7NN.
The deadline for applications is Wednesday 13th August 2025.
We reserve the right to conduct interviews and appoint for the role before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be found. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
St Edward’s does not accept applications from recruitment agencies.
St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
St Edward’s School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.
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