School Nurse

Job information

  • Location: Plumstead, England
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: School Nurse
  • Salary: £45,000
  • Published: July 1, 2026

School Nurse – Plumstead

Permanent | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm

Nurse Seekers are delighted to be recruiting for a compassionate and experienced School Nurse on behalf of a well-established secondary school and sixth form near Plumstead.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community where you will lead the provision of healthcare services, helping to ensure students are safe, healthy and able to achieve their full potential.

The Role

As the School Nurse, you will provide high-quality nursing care for students, staff and visitors while working closely with the safeguarding and pastoral teams. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing daily clinical care, assessment and first aid.
  • Developing and reviewing individual healthcare plans.
  • Managing students with ongoing or complex medical conditions.
  • Maintaining accurate and confidential medical records.
  • Overseeing medicines management and first aid provision.
  • Responding to medical emergencies and accidents.
  • Liaising with parents, GPs, CAMHS and other healthcare professionals.
  • Supporting safeguarding, wellbeing initiatives and the PSHE programme.
  • Promoting healthy lifestyles across the school community.

About You

You will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration, excellent clinical and communication skills, and a passion for supporting young people’s health and wellbeing. Previous experience in a school, community or paediatric setting would be advantageous but is not essential.

What’s on Offer

  • Permanent, term-time-only position.
  • Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm.
  • Excellent work-life balance.
  • Supportive and welcoming school environment.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a rewarding nursing role where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of young people, Nurse Seekers would love to hear from you.

Apply now

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