Job Description

The role

St Edward's Oxford is seeking a well-qualified and experienced Registered General Nurse to play a vital role in the delivery of high-quality, clinically effective care to our pupils.

Working within a friendly and professional Health Centre team, you will help support the physical and emotional wellbeing of pupils across a busy day and boarding school environment.

You will ensure a high standard of medical care is delivered to pupils in line with NMC guidelines and school policies, using research-based practice to plan, deliver, and evaluate nursing interventions and first aid care throughout the school. Additionally, you will play a key role in ensuring the Health Centre is appropriately staffed, stocked, and equipped to meet the medical needs of pupils.

Shift patterns

The Health Centre operates 24/7 during term time and is staffed in a shift pattern of:

Long shift (7:30am - 8:00pm)

Late shift (12:00pm - 8:30pm)

Night shift (7:30pm-8am)

An additional early shift (7:30am-4:00pm) is also provided to cover special events including sports fixtures. This is a term-time only position, making this an ideal opportunity for those seeking work-life balance along with regular holidays aligned with the school calendar.

About you

You will be a Registered General Nurse (adult/child), with experience in school nursing, A&E, paediatrics, acute or ward-based hospital care, surgery, community nursing or adolescent health. Strong communication skills, a calm and empathetic approach, and the ability to work independently without on-site medical backup are essential.

Why work at St Edward's

St Edward's is a co-educational boarding and day school set in 100 acres just north of Oxford city centre. We offer a welcoming, inclusive working environment with a strong sense of community. Staff benefit from a range of facilities including free membership at the on-site Nuffield Health gym, access to wellbeing resources, and professional development opportunities. With term-time working and supportive colleagues, this role offers both meaningful work and space for balance outside of it.

Closing date: Sunday 13th July 2025

We reserve the right to conduct interviews and appoint for the role before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be found. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

St Edward's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

St Edward's School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 20.87 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free fitness classes Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking Transport links
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/07/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025