NHS

Band 5 Specialist School Nurse - Leatherhead


Pay29,970.00 - 36,483.00 / year
LocationLeatherhead/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: E0279-25-0868?language=en&page=573&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      Are you a compassionate and experienced nurse looking for a deeply rewarding role? We are seeking aBand 5 Specialist School Nurseto join our supportive and multidisciplinary team.

      The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the provision of healthcare for children and young people aged 219 years, with severe, profound, and multiple learning and physical difficulties.

      Youll play a key role in delivering specialist, holistic care in a unique educational setting, working closely with families, school staff, and healthcare professionals to ensure each childs needs are met with dignity, empathy, and expertise.

      Base

      This role is Term-Time only & is based at Woodlands School in Leatherhead.

      Main duties of the job

      Communication & Collaboration

      Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals, using empathy and clarity in all interactions. Support inclusive communication methods and contribute to a connected, supportive team environment.

      Clinical Judgement & Safeguarding

      Assess and respond to complex health needs with care and professionalism. Safeguard children through vigilant practice and contribute to service improvement through reflection and audit.

      Service Planning & Organisation

      Coordinate care and staff to ensure responsive, high-quality support. Provide flexible cover across schools and contribute to a seamless nursing service.

      Clinical Skills & Procedures

      Deliver specialised, hands-on care including emergency response and complex procedures, while ensuring safe, accurate use of clinical equipment.

      Patient-Centred Care

      Provide holistic, family-focused care tailored to each childs physical, emotional, and social needs. Work in partnership with families and engage in multi-agency safeguarding support.

      Policy & Service Development

      Champion evidence-based practice and help shape service improvements through shared learning and collaboration.

      Resource & Information Management

      Maintain safe use of equipment and accurate, confidential records. Encourage effective use of digital tools to support care delivery.

      Team Support & Development

      Support the growth of others through training, mentoring, and supervision. Help create a positive, learning-focused team culture.

      About us

      About the Company

      We change lives by transforming health and care.

      Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

      Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

      While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

      To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

      Details

      Date posted

      19 May 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 5

      Salary

      £29,970 to £36,483 a year

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      HCRGCG/TP/24475/15412

      Job locations

      HCRG Care Group

      Leatherhead

      Surrey

      KT22 8RY


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      As aSpecialistSchoolNursewe value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:

      • Competitive Pay & Pension: Enjoy a Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits.
      • Professional Growth: Join ourStrive for Betternetworks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.
      • Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.
      • Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counselors, career coaching, legal advice, and more.
      • Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts.
      • Learning & Development: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow.
      • Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team.

      The Ideal Candidate

      Wed love to hear from you if:

      Essential

      • RGN and or RSCN with child and/or learning disability experience
      • Experience of working with children with additional needs
      • Good working knowledge of Child Protection policy & procedures
      • Clear understanding of community health services
      • Able to communicate effectively
      • Clear, concise written & oral communication
      • Able to work autonomously & prioritise own work effectively

      Desirable

      • School nurse degree, diploma
      • Experience of working with children with complex health needs
      • Previous working experience in a special school setting
      • Experience of initiating & participating in clinical audits

      Other requirements:Full UK Driving Licence with a car insured for business use.

      Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      As aSpecialistSchoolNursewe value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:

      • Competitive Pay & Pension: Enjoy a Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits.
      • Professional Growth: Join ourStrive for Betternetworks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.
      • Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.
      • Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counselors, career coaching, legal advice, and more.
      • Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts.
      • Learning & Development: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow.
      • Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team.

      The Ideal Candidate

      Wed love to hear from you if:

      Essential

      • RGN and or RSCN with child and/or learning disability experience
      • Experience of working with children with additional needs
      • Good working knowledge of Child Protection policy & procedures
      • Clear understanding of community health services
      • Able to communicate effectively
      • Clear, concise written & oral communication
      • Able to work autonomously & prioritise own work effectively

      Desirable

      • School nurse degree, diploma
      • Experience of working with children with complex health needs
      • Previous working experience in a special school setting
      • Experience of initiating & participating in clinical audits

      Other requirements:Full UK Driving Licence with a car insured for business use.

      Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.

      Person Specification

      General Requirements

      Essential

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      Desirable

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      Person Specification

      General Requirements

      Essential

      • Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

      Desirable

      • Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      Employer details

      Employer name

      HCRG Care Group

      Address

      HCRG Care Group

      Leatherhead

      Surrey

      KT22 8RY


      Employer's website

      https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      HCRG Care Group

      Address

      HCRG Care Group

      Leatherhead

      Surrey

      KT22 8RY


      Employer's website

      https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

  • About the company

      National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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