
Job summary
Package Description: 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 We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Nurse to oversee the healthcare provision for children and young people aged 219 with severe, profound, and multiple learning and physical difficulties. In this rewarding role, you will offer expert training, guidance, and support to school staff, parents, and carersensuring the best possible care for every child.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a Band 5 Specialist School Nurse who values wellbeing and offers benefits to support and appreciate you. Competitive pay, pension benefits, and professional growth opportunities are provided. Engage in our Strive for Better networks with NHS professionals, access discounts and rewards, and benefit from 24/7 wellbeing service. Enjoy flexible pay options, learning, and development support, and celebrate achievements while contributing ideas for service improvement. In this rewarding role, oversee healthcare for children aged 219 with severe learning and physical difficulties, offering expert training and guidance to ensure the best care.
About us
HCRG Care Group is committed to the wellbeing and professional growth of its employees. We offer Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension benefits, and professional growth through networks like Strive for Better, connecting you with NHS professionals nationwide. We provide exclusive rewards through discounts and premium offers at supermarkets and retailers via our Reward Gateway. Our 24/7 wellbeing service includes access to counselors, career coaching, and more. Flexible pay options are available with Wagestream, allowing you to track earnings and access wages without high-interest loans.
Details
- Date posted: 24 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1520695676
- Job locations: HCRG Care Group, Farnham, GU9 8HB, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
As a Band 5SpecialistSchoolNursewe 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.
We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Nurse to oversee the healthcare provision for children and young people aged 219 with severe, profound, and multiple learning and physical difficulties.
In this rewarding role, you will offer expert training, guidance, and support to school staff, parents, and carersensuring the best possible care for every child.
You will be part of a team supporting the senior school nurse and assistant practitioner within your team, helping to create a collaborative, nurturing environment where everyone can thrive
Base
This role is based at Ridgeway School in Farnham.
- Deliver safe, high-quality, child-centred nursing care, including medication oversight, tracheostomy and PEG care, and emergency response.
- Assess health needs, make informed clinical decisions, and contribute to safeguarding and multi-agency work.
- Communicate effectively with children, families, and professionals, using alternative communication methods where needed.
- Develop and review personalised care plans and empower families in managing health needs.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records and ensure safe use of medical equipment.
- Provide training, supervision, and mentorship to school staff and students.
- Support service improvement through audit, evaluation, and evidence-based practice.
- Work autonomously while upholding high professional standards across the school nursing service.
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: The post holder must be a car driver with a valid driving licence.
Please see attached Job Description for full Personal Specification.
Person specification
Qualifications
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 with clear, concise written & oral communication. Able to work autonomously & prioritize work effectively. Desirable qualifications include a school nurse degree or diploma, experience with children having complex health needs, prior work in a special school setting, and experience with clinical audits.
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This advert is for Band 5 Specialist School Nurse - Farnham with HCRG Care Group in Gravesend, South East, England. It is listed as a Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is Depends on experience. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Jul 2026.
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