School Nurse

We are seeking to appoint an experienced School Nurse to support both Junior and Senior Schools and the pupils who board with us.

The School Nurse is an integral part of the Wellbeing Hub within school and works closely with the pastoral staff to support pupils with their health and wellbeing. Whilst working as part of a wider team you will be confident in making your own decisions on a day-to-day basis as the stand-alone nurse in school. The GP visits weekly and she provides professional guidance and support.

Ackworth is a dynamic and forward-thinking school. We strive to develop resilient individuals who not only think creatively, but also act ethically and with responsibility. We encourage our students to express themselves with confidence, to embody the Quaker value of speaking respectfully to others, but also in a way that is true to themselves and their beliefs.

As a relatively small school, just over 400 pupils in total, we enable pupils and staff to immediately become part of our community and we hope that, if this role is something that resonates with your skills and values, you will become a key part of the Ackworth School community.

We are looking for someone who is not just reactive to health requirements but who very much takes a therapeutic, pro-active approach to the health and well-being of the entire School.

We welcome applications from all areas of health care provided that you are able to upskill yourself in paediatric health, however some experience of working with children and young people is essential.

There is no requirement to work outside of term time but we are willing to offer some additional work, if it is deemed necessary, in order to maintain the smooth running of the Wellbeing Hub in preparation for the following term, particularly in the summer break when there is an influx of new pupils. With only 34 working weeks there is ample opportunity to register for bank nursing work.

The salary for the full-time role is up to £37,350- FTE (£28,443 actual) In addition to this the school provides all meals during working hours in term time. The working hours are 37.5 per week and days are Monday to Friday.

In return we offer:

• a generous fee remission of 50% for the children of our staff.

• all food and refreshments during the working day.

• free on-site parking.

• flexible pension and wellbeing benefits.

• 34 working weeks

• a supportive and friendly environment based on the Quaker ethos of the school.

• a beautiful working location in an ideal location within easy travelling distance of the main centres of Sheffield, Leeds, Doncaster and York.

Completed school application forms should be submitted with a cover letter of no more than one page and should be sent by email to: jobs@ackworthschool.com

Closing Date: Monday 18th November 2024 at 9.00am.

Interviews will be held the week after.

Applicants should read carefully the Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy. Our recruitment privacy notice is also available on our website within “Working For Us”. www.ackworthschool.com

Ackworth School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all applicants will undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS and Barred list check with Disclosure and Barring Service. Applicants should also be in sympathy with the School’s Quaker ethos.

For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Joanne Colley on 01977 233600 or joanne.colley@ackworthschool.com