Senior School Nurse
- Organisation: Abingdon School
- Location: Oxfordshire
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Salary info £35.00 per hour
The salary range for this role working 35 hours a week for 35 weeks a year is £33,922.81 to £37,617.732 based on an FTE of 0.6813 per annum dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. - Tenure: Part-time
- Closing Date: Tuesday 21 April 2026
We are seeking a capable, flexible and proactive qualified Senior Nurse to join our small and friendly team in the Health Centre to provide care for pupils during term time.
From September 2026
We are seeking a capable, flexible and proactive qualified Senior Nurse to join our small and friendly team in the Health Centre to provide care for pupils during term time.
The Senior School Nurse oversees the management and operation of the school’s Health Centre. The Health Centre plays a vital role in the medical, physical and emotional well-being of pupils.
The Senior Nurse uses research-based practice to plan, deliver and evaluate School nursing interventions. The Senior Nurse is also responsible for the strategic development of the Health Centre in line with recommended best practice guidelines from the RCN, Boarding School’s Association (BSA) and the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI).
The role is expected to work in partnership with pupils, parents, School personnel, GPs and other appropriate agencies to carry out health surveillance, health promotions and other public health initiatives required by the School.
The role is required for 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 5pm. Additional hours may be required on a Saturday for sports fixtures.
The School offers a wide range of generous benefits including up to 14.1% employer pension contribution, private healthcare insurance, free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes, free lunches during term time, Christmas closure days and discounted school fees (eligibility criteria apply).
We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.
Closing date: Tuesday 21 April 2026 (midday)
Interview date: w/c 27 April 2026
Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
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We are seeking a capable, flexible and proactive qualified Senior Nurse to join our small and friendly team in the Health Centre to provide care for pupils during term time.
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From September 2026
We are seeking a capable, flexible and proactive qualified Senior Nurse to join our small and friendly team in the Health Centre to provide care for pupils during term time.
The Senior School Nurse oversees the management and operation of the school’s Health Centre. The Health Centre plays a vital role in the medical, physical and emotional well-being of pupils.
The Senior Nurse uses research-based practice to plan, deliver and evaluate School nursing interventions. The Senior Nurse is also responsible for the strategic development of the Health Centre in line with recommended best practice guidelines from the RCN, Boarding School’s Association (BSA) and the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI).
The role is expected to work in partnership with pupils, parents, School personnel, GPs and other appropriate agencies to carry out health surveillance, health promotions and other public health initiatives required by the School.
The role is required for 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 5pm. Additional hours may be required on a Saturday for sports fixtures.
The School offers a wide range of generous benefits including up to 14.1% employer pension contribution, private healthcare insurance, free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes, free lunches during term time, Christmas closure days and discounted school fees (eligibility criteria apply).
We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.
Closing date: Tuesday 21 April 2026 (midday)
Interview date: w/c 27 April 2026
Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
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