School Nurse / Medical & Welfare Officer - Barnes, London
Mon - Fri, full-time during term time
£30,031 - £35,037
To start: January 2025
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Founded in 1993, our client is co-educational and set in 25 acres of grounds with excellent facilities. The school offers teachers and students alike a friendly, welcoming and exceptional school environment where classes are small and standards and expectations are high.
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They are looking for an experienced medical professional to join our Medical and Welfare Team on a full-time during term time basis. The start date of their Spring Term is 6 January 2025. Successful candidates will be able to step in seamlessly to work as part of a small on-site Medical and Welfare team, as well as independently, in order to provide outstanding first aid and medical treatment to their pupils and staff throughout the school day.
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The successful candidate should be organised, able to work under pressure, able to communicate clearly and be computer literate (a knowledge of SIMS would be advantageous). A strong understanding of Child Protection issues and best practice is essential. School nursing experience would be an advantage, as would experience in paediatric nursing, adolescent health and/or A&E. They are pleased to consider applications from a variety of suitably qualified medical professionals, such as registered Nurses, Associate Nurses, Paramedic or Healthcare professionals. A RSCN, RN-Child or RGN qualification is not required for this role. A First Aid at Work Certificate will be required. Of paramount importance is a friendly, approachable personality; excellent communication skills; and an ability to work independently with confidence.
The post will require you to work during the term time plus 5 staff training and INSET days. Additional work could be available, by mutual agreement, at the weekend and outside regular term times for extra-curricular activities, sporting fixtures and school trips.
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Working days/hours:
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Mondays to Fridays during term time, plus 5 days in the school holidays, to include 5 staff and Inset days, i.e. 35.2 weeks.
Working hours will be 08:00 to 17:00, totaling 42.50 hours per week
Part-time hours may be considered for the right candidate but we prefer full-time availability.
There is an expectation that the postholder will monitor the Medical Team email inbox regularly, checking for those that require attention, even during school holidays.
Holidays:
The post-holder is entitled to school holidays, less 5 staff and Inset days per annum in the school holidays, plus Bank Holidays;
Annual leave must be taken during school holidays. School term and holiday dates are published annually. Any variances must be agreed with the Headteacher.
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Pay:
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The actual gross annual salary based on hours and weeks worked will be between £30,031 and £35,037 depending on qualifications and experience. This is a term-time only role but you will receive your salary paid over 12 months. Weekend work for Sport fixtures and training, trips and extra-curricular activities is paid at an equivalent hourly rate.
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Benefits:
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The school offers a range of benefits, including a free car park (on a first come first served basis), a cycle to work scheme, free lunches during term time, free access to some of the School's sport and leisure facilities at stipulated times, and a defined contribution pension scheme.
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For full details, please apply online or call (phone number removed)
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School Nurse / Medical & Welfare Officer
Careerline Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 16 days
London, Greater London SW13 9HR
£30,031 - £35,037 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The School Nurse / Medical & Welfare Officer position is based in Barnes, London, offering a full-time role during term time from January 2025.
- The salary for this position ranges from £30,031 to £35,037, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Candidates should have experience in school nursing, paediatric nursing, adolescent health, or A&E, although a specific nursing qualification is not required.
- The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a friendly, approachable personality.
- The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, totaling 42.50 hours per week, with additional opportunities for weekend work related to school activities.