Band 5 Specialist School Nurse - Farnham

Job Introduction
As a Band 5 Specialist School Nurse, we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:

• Competitive Pay & Pension: Enjoy a Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits.
• Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with NHS professionals nationwide to share insights and develop leading care practices.
• Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and premium offers at national supermarkets, well-known retailers, and indulgent treats like Virgin Experience Days through our Reward Gateway.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, offering access to counselors, career coaching, legal advice, and more.
• Flexible Pay Options: Use Wagestream to track your earnings and access your wages as you need them, without worrying about high-interest loans or overdrafts.
• Learning & Development: Advance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, who collaborate with universities and Health Education England. Access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities to help you grow.
• Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas to improve services, and stay informed through regular updates from our leadership team.

Job Introduction
Are you a compassionate and experienced nurse looking for a deeply rewarding role? We are seeking a Band 5 Specialist School Nurse to join our supportive and multidisciplinary team.

The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the provision of healthcare for children and young people aged 2–19 years, with severe, profound, and multiple learning and physical difficulties.

You’ll play a key role in delivering specialist, holistic care in a unique educational setting, working closely with families, school staff, and healthcare professionals to ensure each child’s needs are met with dignity, empathy, and expertise.

Base
This role is based at Ridgeway School in Farnham.

Main Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals, using empathy and clarity in all interactions. Support inclusive communication methods and contribute to a connected, supportive team environment.
• Assess and respond to complex health needs with care and professionalism. Safeguard children through vigilant practice and contribute to service improvement through reflection and audit.
• Coordinate care and staff to ensure responsive, high-quality support. Provide flexible cover across schools and contribute to a seamless nursing service.
• Deliver specialised, hands-on care including emergency response and complex procedures, while ensuring safe, accurate use of clinical equipment.
• Provide holistic, family-focused care tailored to each child’s physical, emotional, and social needs. Work in partnership with families and engage in multi-agency safeguarding support.
• Champion evidence-based practice and help shape service improvements through shared learning and collaboration.
• Maintain safe use of equipment and accurate, confidential records. Encourage effective use of digital tools to support care delivery.
• Support the growth of others through training, mentoring, and supervision. Help create a positive, learning-focused team culture.
• Work independently with sound clinical judgement. Stay accountable for high standards of care and promote a safe, respectful environment for all.

Ideal Candidate
Essential

• RGN and/or RSCN with child and/or learning disability experience
• Experience of working with children with additional needs
• Good working knowledge of Child Protection policy & procedures
• Clear understanding of community health services
• Able to communicate effectively
• Clear, concise written & oral communication
• Able to work autonomously & prioritise own work effectively

Desirable

• School nurse degree, diploma
• Experience of working with children with complex health needs
• Previous working experience in a special school setting
• Experience of initiating & participating in clinical audits

Other requirements: Full UK Driving Licence with a car insured for business use.