School nurse
This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The vacancy
Dean Close Foundation is looking to appoint a registered nurse (NMC & RCN) to join our Health Centre team of four, supporting a community of nearly 1,000 pupils, many of whom are boarders. Paediatric, School Nurse, or SCPHN qualification preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality, clinically effective nursing care to pupils and Foundation staff.
- Assess, diagnose, plan, and treat pupils, including first aid and emergency care.
- Collaborate with doctors, physiotherapists, and other health professionals.
- Support pupils’ return to health and participation in school activities.
- Maintain up-to-date medical records, care plans, and adhere to safeguarding policies.
- Ensure Health Centre compliance with NHS, NMC, CQC, and ISI standards.
- Provide training to staff on health management and emergency interventions.
Working Hours & On-Call:
- Rota-based, 08:00–17:00, Monday to Saturday, with evening and weekend on-call duties.
Desirable Skills:
- Asthma specialist, phlebotomy, immunisations, triage, first responder experience.
Join us in supporting the health and wellbeing of our pupils in a dynamic, caring environment.
Dean Close Foundation are a values-driven organisation that fosters love, courage, and contribution. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages creativity, compassion, and collaboration.
Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustment are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or recruitment@deanclose.org.uk for with your query.
Internal applicants
Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.
The Foundation
Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future.
Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Some of our available benefits
Discounted tickets to the Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham
Cycle to Work Scheme for all staff
Enhanced holiday
Electric Car Scheme available for staff
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