Job Description

Status: Full Time during term time (34 weeks), Permanent

Salary: 35K-43K FTE prorated for term time

We are excited to be recruiting for a qualified and compassionate

School Nurse

to join our dedicated pastoral team. This is a new role arising from the School's expansion of provision into overnight stays for pupils.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a nurse who enjoys working with young people and would value making a lasting difference to our pupils' physical and emotional health.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all students within the accommodation Co-ordinate the day-to-day running of our accommodation Provide emotional support and guidance to students Monitor academic progress and liaise with teaching staff Organize and supervise accommodation activities and routines Maintain strong communication with parents

Person Specification:

Essential:

Professional healthcare qualification A caring, calm, and proactive approach to student care Experience in a clinical, school, or paediatric setting Excellent communication and administrative skills Clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection protocols

Desirable:

Registered Nurse (RGN or RSCN) with NMC registration First Aid Instructor qualification or experience delivering training Previous experience in a school, boarding, or youth setting Mental health training or interest in adolescent well-being

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience in a similar role in an educational setting A nurturing, firm, and approachable manner Strong organisational and communication skills The ability to work effectively as part of a wider pastoral and academic team A commitment to the ethos and values of all-girls education
The accommodation is available to the girls from Monday morning to Friday afternoon on a flexi-boarding basis, and our School Nurse will occupy her own suite in the accommodation over those evenings. Should the successful candidate require full time accommodation, that can also be arranged.

Set in beautiful woodlands in the village of Sunninghill, near Ascot, The Marist School is a leading independent Catholic day school for girls aged 2 to 18. We have a large and diverse staff body who all work collaboratively within our warm and welcoming school community. In return, our staff enjoy a generous pension scheme, allocated on-site parking, free school meals and access to fitness facilities. Some staff also live on site.

Application information is available from the school website: https://www.themarist.com/our-school/career-opportunities/ or contact us directly at The Marist School, Kings Road, Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7PS, Tel: 01344 624291.

Closing Date:

17th August 2025

Applications for this role will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and The Marist School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Early application is therefore strongly advised.

Right to work:

Please note that it will not be possible for the School to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position. Therefore, the appointable candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK or have leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with the School, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006

The Marist School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All posts at The Marist are subject to satisfactory statutory employment checks and referencing.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Night shift No weekends
Application question(s):

Professional healthcare qualification
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/08/2025