Band 5 School Staff Nurse

Job summary

As a Band 5 School Nurse, youll be part of our valued Warwickshire 019 Service, working with children, young people and families across school and community settings to improve health and wellbeing outcomes. You will feel valued as a School Nurse within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: AFC Band 5 salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions. Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates. Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases such as grocery shopping, travel and leisure activities. Online and face-to-face support for your mental and physical wellbeing, including counselling, coaching and wellbeing programmes. Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and continuing professional development through our Outstanding Learning Enterprise. An open and supportive culture where your i

Main duties of the job

As a Band 5 School Nurse, youll be part of our valued Warwickshire 019 Service, working with children, young people and families across school and community settings to improve health and wellbeing outcomes. You'll have access to exclusive rewards and benefits, including NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions. You can access your wages as you earn them, which can assist with lifes emergencies, avoiding overdraft fees or high-interest rates. Through the 'My Reward Hub,' enjoy discounts on groceries, travel, and leisure. Access support for mental and physical wellbeing, including counselling, coaching, and wellbeing programmes, plus eLearning and career development opportunities. You'll work in a supportive public health nursing team to deliver high-quality care to school-aged children and families. You will manage a delegated caseload, promoting physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing, early intervention, and prevention.

About us

HCRG Care Group is dedicated to enhancing community health and wellbeing. They emphasize a supportive and inclusive work environment conducive to both personal growth and professional development. Employees are encouraged to think creatively and contribute ideas for service improvement. HCRG Care Group offers various benefits such as flexible access to wages, discounts through 'My Reward Hub,' and support for mental and physical wellbeing. They focus on developing their employees by providing access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways, and continuing professional development through their Outstanding Learning Enterprise. The emphasis is on a culture where employees' ideas are valued, and their careers can flourish. HCRG Care Group endeavors to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care across school and community settings, focusing on improving outcomes for children and their families. They value their staff by integrating them into valuable services like the Warwickshire 019 Service.

Details

• Date posted: 08 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £27,829 to £35,365 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1524809072
• Job locations: HCRG Care Group, Rugby, CV22 5PX, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

As a Band 5 School Nurse, youll be part of our valued Warwickshire 019 Service, working with children, young people and families across school and community settings to improve health and wellbeing outcomes.

You will feel valued as aSchool Nurse within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

• AFC Band 5 salary with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases such as grocery shopping, travel and leisure activities
• Online and face-to-face support for your mental and physical wellbeing, including counselling, coaching and wellbeing programmes
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and continuing professional development through our Outstanding Learning Enterprise
• An open and supportive culture where your ideas are welcomed and you are encouraged to develop your career

As aBand 5 School Nurse, you will work as part of a supportive public health nursing team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to school-aged children and their families.You will contribute to the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme and support children and young people with a wide range of health needs across schools, clinics, homes and community venues.

Working under the supervision of a Senior School Nurse or Team Leader, you will manage a delegated caseload and play a key role in promoting physical, emotional and mental wellbeing, early intervention and prevention.

• Support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme across universal and targeted services
• Undertake health assessments and provide evidence-based advice and interventions for children and young people
• Deliver health promotion activities within schools and community settings
• Support vulnerable children and families in line with safeguarding and early help frameworks
• Work collaboratively with schools, families and partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and young people
• Contribute to school and community-based drop-in clinics
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service improvement initiatives
• Participate in supervision, training and continuing professional development

You will be a Registered Nurse with a passion for improving the health and wellbeing of children and young people.You will be confident working within a multidisciplinary team and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

You will have:

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse
• Experience of working with children, young people and families
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child development and evidence-based practice
• A full driving licence and access to a car for community working

Experience within school nursing, health visiting or community nursing would be desirable, but not essential.