School Nurse

Christ’s Hospital (CH) epitomises the transformative power of education. Situated on a majestic campus in 1,200 acres of rolling Sussex countryside, but with close ongoing links with the City of London, the School offers a first-class independent boarding education to children with academic potential from all backgrounds.

We have a vacancy to join our small friendly onsite Medical Centre team at Christ’s Hospital. The work includes caring for students in our in-patient unit, taking daily surgeries and being available to give health advice to the students.

Our school Medical Centre is operational 24 hours per day, 7 days a week during term time and generally staff work a mixture of day and night shifts on a rota basis. The successful candidate will work a shift pattern of up to 46 hours per week term time (33 weeks per year plus 2 weeks CPD) and will generally work 2 nights and 3 days a week (option of short or long days). There is some flexibility with the hours, and we are happy to consider part-time applications of a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Flexibility, good communication skills and the confidence to work unsupervised are essential. Applicants will ideally need to be a registered nurse (Adult or Child) with evidence of NMC Registration. However, we will also consider paramedics who can evidence suitable experience.

For applicants with the appropriate level of experience in a School Nurse role, there may be an available pathway to the role of Deputy Senior Nurse.

In return we offer:

• A competitive salary of £35,856.71 per annum, pro rata, including holiday pay
• The opportunity to join a stakeholder pension scheme
• Meals when on duty
• Free on-site parking
• Uniform provided
• Employee assistance programme
• Life Assurance
• Discounted membership of the on-site Sports Centre.

For further information and to apply please download the Job Description and an Application form from our website here using the Apply tab on this page.

We are unable to accept CVs alone and the School’s application form must be completed in full.

Applications should be sent to as soon as possible and no later than 9am on Monday 6th October 2025.

Interviews will be held on site week commencing 13th October 2025.

Early application is advised as we will close this vacancy once we have received suitable applications.

Christ’s Hospital is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced disclosure application with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).

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