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School Nurse - Term Time - Special Needs Position

West Heath School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-6079-135S
  • Posted:21/09/2022
  • Pay:£46,666 - £48,066
  • Start Date:December 2022
  • App Close Date:10/10/2022 at 09:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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School Nurse

  • £46,666 - £48,066 per annum
    (Actual Pro-rata Salary £35,000 – £36,050)
  • Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.00pm (Term-Time only, 39 weeks)
  • Starting December 2022

We are currently looking for a School Nurse to provide a high level of nursing and wellbeing practice to pupils (day and boarding) and first aid care to all members of the school community.
West Heath is a well-established independent SEN school with charity status. We help students rebuild their lives through education and therapy, facilitating them to reach their full potential.

To be considered for the role you will need to demonstrate empathy and adaptable communication skills to work with a range of students, parents, staff and other professionals. Experience and knowledge of social, emotional and mental health needs is desirable.

Benefits include a competitive salary and pension, access to Employee Assist Programme and excellent development and training opportunities, as well as discounted venue hire for parties/weddings.

Application Form, Job Descriptions and further details are on our website www.westheathschool.com or contact whs.hr@westheathschool.com for further information.

Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post (including an Enhanced DBS check. Management positions will require a 128 Check.).

Information about the school

WEST HEATH SCHOOL

Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1SR

“Rebuilding lives through education”

OFSTED outstanding May 2022

West Heath School is an Independent SEN residential school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access main stream education. We believe in “rebuilding lives through education”, developing life skills and encouraging students to enjoy social activities .

“A fun place to work where social development is valued as much as education”

“The support you receive from the moment you arrive at West Heath School is excellent…”

“Two days are never the same at West Heath School and this certainly keeps you on your toes!”

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Nicola Kelly or Chloe Checkley
  • Address:West Heath , Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1SR
  • Telephone: 01732 460 553
  • Email: whs.hr@westheathschool.com

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.