Band 5 Specialist School Nurse - Leatherhead

Job summary

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.

Main duties of the job

We are searching for a compassionate and enthusiastic Specialist School Nurse to oversee healthcare provision for children aged 219 at Woodlands School, Leatherhead. This role involves providing expert training and support to school staff, parents, and carers, ensuring the best possible care. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality child-centred nursing care and developing personalised care plans while maintaining accurate records. Candidates need RGN or RSCN qualification, child and/or learning disability experience, and a clear understanding of community health services. A car driver's license is necessary. Being based at Woodlands School offers an opportunity to work collaboratively in a supportive team.

About us

HCRG Care Group is dedicated to improving healthcare for children and young people with severe and multiple learning and physical difficulties. Our aim is to create a collaborative environment for professional growth and personal development. We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure employees feel valued and supported, including NHS pension benefits, professional development opportunities, access to exclusive rewards, and a 24/7 wellbeing service. The Learning and Development team supports education advancement through collaboration with universities and health bodies. Our inclusive culture encourages employees to contribute ideas and celebrate their achievements.

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: 1520695677
• Job locations: HCRG Care Group, Leatherhead, KT22 8RY, 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 Woodlands School in Leatherhead.

• 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.