George Heriot's School - School Nurse (Maternity Cover, January 27-December 27)

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of School Nurse (Maternity Cover, January 27-December 27) .

Detail

When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued.  The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.

Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people.  This aim is reflected in the package we offer which includes:

• Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Travel to work schemes
• School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are seeking to recruit an appropriately qualified School Nurse to join our School’s Medical Centre from January 2027 on a maternity cover basis.  As School Nurse you will be expected to form part of the school medical team, promoting and maintaining high standards of care and professionalism. You will work alongside 2 other Senior School Nurses and ensure  the day-to-day efficient running of the 4 roomed (3 bedded) Medical Centre at George Heriots School.

The Medical Centre, positioned in the centre of the school campus, provides a high-quality drop-in service for all pupils and staff requiring support with physical and mental health and welfare.  It is open from 8am – 4pm daily and is staffed by 2.1 (FTE) Registered Nurses. Care plans are created to support the ongoing needs of pupils with identified medical conditions. Minor injuries and illnesses are managed in the Medical Centre, which is equipped with basic supplies and medicines.

Please see attached job description. 

The successful candidate will be an appropriately qualified Registered Nurse in either Paediatrics, Mental Health, or General Nursing.

Ideally you will also hold; 

• Previous experience of working with children of all ages
• Proven ability to communicate empathetically and positively to various stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work with a larger team

Additional Information
Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus

George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463

Documents

• School Nurse Mat Cover PDF Document