Location: Cambridge Central Health Centre

Reports to: Health Centre Manager

Working Pattern: 22.5 hours Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (Term Time only)

Salary: £24,720

Role Purpose

The Nurse is a key member of the medical care team at the Cambridge Central Health Centre, delivering a forward-thinking, clinically effective, and high-quality healthcare service to Dukes Education College's and associated schools in Cambridge.

The role operates in line with best practice guidelines from the Royal College of Nursing, Boarding Schools Association, and Medical Officers of Schools Association.

The post holder works collaboratively with students, parents, school staff, and external agencies to support student health and wellbeing.

Role Scope and Impact

This position is held by a Registered Nurse. The Nurse supports the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of students through both preventative and responsive healthcare services.

The role includes a combination of clinical care and administrative responsibilities, delivered during weekday term-time hours.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Pastoral Care

Deliver high-quality nursing care to all students
Promote physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing
Develop and oversee individual healthcare plans in collaboration with staff, families, and students
Support the identification and medical management of SEND students
Lead care planning for eating disorders and self-harm, liaising with GPs and external agencies
Ensure all boarding pupils are registered with an NHS practice

Safeguarding

Promote and safeguard student welfare at all times
Undertake regular safeguarding training and stay updated on best practice
Report concerns regarding abuse or neglect in line with safeguarding procedures
Adhere strictly to school safeguarding policies

Clinical Governance & Compliance

Adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct
Ensure safe, consistent management of student medical cases
Oversee medication management, including storage, dispensing, and compliance
Support audits of medication and healthcare practices
Maintain accurate and confidential medical records

Operational & Administrative Duties

Manage procurement of medications and medical supplies
Oversee medication processes in boarding houses
Ensure effective administrative systems within the Health Centre

Collaboration & Communication

Build strong working relationships with staff and students
Attend pastoral and multidisciplinary meetings as required
Act as a key liaison with local GPs and healthcare providers
Deliver training to staff, including safe medication handling

Person Specification

Qualifications

Registered General Nurse with active NMC registration (Essential)
Evidence of recent professional development (Essential)

Knowledge & Experience

Experience working within a multidisciplinary team (Essential)
School nursing experience (Desirable)
Safeguarding knowledge and practice (Desirable)
Experience working with adolescents (Desirable)
Experience in a boarding school environment (Desirable)

Skills & Abilities

Excellent communication skills with sensitivity and authority (Essential)
Strong organisational and administrative abilities (Essential)
High level of IT proficiency (Essential)

Personal Attributes

Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders and colleagues (Essential)
Strong commitment to safeguarding children and young people (Essential)
Compassionate, professional approach to student care (Essential)
Commitment to continuous professional development (Essential)
Willingness to contribute to school values and boarding life (Essential)
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion (Essential)

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