Job Description

Wellington College is one of the world's leading co-educational boarding and day schools located in rural Berkshire set in a stunning 400 acre campus, home to a blend of breathtaking original architecture and modern state-of-the-art facilities to provide the best possible education environment for our pupils.


We have an exciting opportunity within our Health Centre who are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Nursing Sister.

About the role:

You will join on a part time, permanent basis (18 hours per week, 33 weeks per year).


The postholder will be responsible for delivering a high quality nursing care to pupils within College using a multidisciplinary approach. To deliver first aid to staff and visitors within College and to comply with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.


Dedication, hard work and passion will see you go far at Wellington College, we value and support our staff and you'll have the chance to develop existing and gain new skills with career progression opportunities available.

Benefits:

Wellington College offers a wide range of benefits, in addition to a competitive salary we offer afree lunch whilst on duty, subsidised membership to the Wellington Health & Fitness Club, generous contribution to the personal pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme, cycle to work scheme, free parking, College Fee remission and access to a health cash plan. (pro-rated for part time and term time employees).

Key responsibilities (Including but not limited to; see job description for full requirements):

Report to the nurses on duty at handover at 07.50 to liaise on any pupil care General care of any persons seeking medical advice or help To provide first aid and emergency care as necessary for any pupil or adult on site To be able to recognise a sick and deteriorating young person taking the appropriate action To be aware of mental health challenges that may affect young people

Person Specification

The successful incumbent must have


Registered first level nurse 5 years of post-registration nursing practice Awareness of Safeguarding requirements

So, if you are committed to contributing towards the College community, think you've got what it takes to perform exceptionally in this role and would like to join our team, please

apply

now.


For further details, including how to apply, please visit the Support page of our website at https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/. We can only accept applications via our vacancy website application form.


Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).


The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.


We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.


We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.