School Nurse (full time, term-time only)
Our Lady's Abingdon
Oxfordshire
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Dependent upon qualifications and experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 29 November 2020
Job overview
OLA is an independent, coeducational day school located just outside Oxford which provides a happy, family atmosphere in which exceptional pastoral care and an innovative, inclusive culture underpin all that we do.
The Nurse’s key responsibility is to provide a clinically effective, high-quality service of nursing care to pupils alongside first aid care to all members of the school community. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the post holder will also be responsible for the strategic development of school nursing provision in line with recommended best practice guidelines from the RCN.
For further information please see the attached Application Pack.
The ideal candidate:
A RGN on part 8 or 15 of the NMC register with relevant post-registration experience, or on part 1 and possessing a specialist practitioner school nurse qualification.
Knowledge and experience of providing first aid and the care of children with chronic illnesses.
Excellent communication skills
Patient, friendly and approachable
Able to work independently and show initiative
Good organisational skills
Understanding and supportive of the School's ethos
What we offer:
Free school lunches during term time
Free on-site parking
Support from colleagues
Generous pension scheme
Use of some school facilities, e.g. swimming pool
A peaceful location on the edge of the city of Oxford and a few minutes walk into Abingdon town.
How to apply:
Applications should be made using the school application form. Please complete the application form in full leaving no gaps in your employment history. In the interests of fair and safe recruiting we cannot accept CV applications.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews held accordingly. Interested parties are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Please see the school website www.olab.org.uk for further details
Attached documents
About Our Lady's Abingdon
Our Lady’s Abingdon (OLA) is a thriving and highly regarded Catholic independent day school for boys and girls aged 7-18 years. Founded in 1860 and set in pleasant grounds, we are just a few minutes walk away from the centre of the historic market town of Abingdon, and just 8 miles from the city of Oxford.
Christian principles and teaching are at the heart of OLA, although boys, girls and staff of all faiths, or none, are welcomed. Our aim is to develop the individual talents of each pupil, believing that every human being is created to become a unique person with gifts that need to be recognised and valued. To find out more about OLA, please visit our website at www.ola.org.uk
Our Lady’s Abingdon
Radley Road
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX14 3PS
Telephone: 01235 524658
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