Job Description

About us

Windermere School is an IB World and Round Square School for students from the UK and overseas from the ages of 3 to 18.

The school is set in beautiful grounds and overlooks Lake Windermere.

SCHOOL NURSE JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible to: Head of Wellbeing

Accountable to: Head and School Governors

Term time position 35 weeks per year

Primary Responsibility

To provide a clinically effective, high quality service of nursing care that promotes the health and wellbeing of pupils based on evidence based practice.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Student Health

Provide nursing care, first aid, and health advice to all pupils Assess, treat, and monitor acute illness, injury, and ongoing medical conditions Develop, implement, and review Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs) Safely administer and manage prescribed and non-prescribed medications in accordance with school policy and NMC standards Support students with chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, allergies, and mental health needs Provide care and supervision for unwell boarders, including overnight or out-of-hours support where required

Boarding-Specific Responsibilities

Work closely with boarding staff, houseparents, matrons, and pastoral teams Provide medical advice to boarding houses and support residential routines Support the health and welfare aspects of boarding inspections (ISI) Ensure appropriate medical provision during residential trips and activities

Safeguarding & Pastoral Care

Act in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Windermere School policies. Report safeguarding concerns in accordance with Windermere school policy Offer a confidential, supportive service to students while maintaining professional boundaries Contribute to the school's pastoral and wellbeing strategy and attend Wellbeing meetings

Health Promotion & Wellbeing

Promote healthy lifestyles, resilience, and emotional wellbeing Support mental health initiatives and early intervention Deliver health education or wellbeing sessions as appropriate

Medical Administration & Compliance

Maintain accurate, confidential medical records in line with GDPR Ensure compliance with Independent School Standards and ISI inspection requirements Manage infection prevention and control procedures Maintain medical facilities, equipment, and supplies Liaise with external professionals

Communication & Collaboration

Communicate effectively with parents/carers regarding student health needs Advise staff on medical conditions, care plans, and emergency procedures as appropriate Contribute to risk assessments for trips, sports, and boarding activities

Emergency Response

Coordinate emergency care and ambulance services when required Ensure emergency medication and action plans are in place and up to date

Training

Deliver relevant training to staff

Support Windermere school life skills curriculum

Ensure your own professional development is in line with MNC requirement and Windermere school value and vison

Policies and Committees

Responsible for Windermere school medical policy Collaboration with staff to support with the safeguarding and health and safety policies Inclusion on a variety of committees such as Health and Safety and Boarding

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

Registered Nurse with

current NMC registration

(RGN / RN Adult or Child) Sound knowledge of safeguarding and child protection in a UK context Ability to work independently and make professional clinical decisions Assertiveness of in promoting and advocating the health and wellbeing needs of pupils

Desirable

Experience in child health, school nursing, community nursing, or similar School Nursing qualification or experience in a boarding school Mental health or safeguarding training Experience supporting adolescents and young people Ability to present life skill topics to pupils Confident to provide training to staff

Skills & Personal Attributes

Warm, approachable, and professional manner Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Calm and confident under pressure Strong organisational and record-keeping skills Discretion, empathy, and resilience Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

Working Pattern

Term-time position 35 weeks (plus INSET/travel days as required) Full-time or part-time can be discussed at interview

Benefits

Discount on school fees available

Free lunches

Free parking

Live on site option

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to

enhanced DBS checks

, satisfactory references, and compliance with safer recruitment practices.

CHILD PROTECTION RESPONSIBILITIES

The post-holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact, will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's Child Protection Policy Statement at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post-holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school s/he must report any concerns to the School's Child Protection Officer.

Windermere School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

About Windermere School:

Windermere School is nestled on a hillside within 45 acres of the Lake District National Park landscape that has been the inspiration for world-famous artists, poets, and authors.

It is a daily inspiration to every one of us fortunate enough to call it our school. If you are looking for somewhere which is determined, friendly, adventurous and hard working; which has a strong sense of community and a clear drive; which seeks an ambitious future through its actions today; and most importantly a place with the pupils at its heart, then you are looking in the right place. Our progressive boarding approach and dynamic curriculum rooted firmly in the shared values of the International Baccalaureate and Round Square combine for a unique and powerful offer.

This is a confident, kind, compassionate place to live and work. It is a busy, thriving community, with excellent, committed and skilled staff, both teaching and support.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,454.00-26,691.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking
Licence/Certification:

Registered Nurse (RN) (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 26/01/2026