School Nurse - Registered Nurse Learning Disability

Charles Hunter Associates ,
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £24,214 per annum

Overview

We are seeking a passionate, committed and enthusiastic Registered Learning Disability Nurse for an immediate start. Our opportunity is for a Registered Nurse Learning Disability to join our team at an Independent Special School and Children's Home rated by Ofsted as Outstanding and Good by the CQC . The School is a Specialists in Education, Care and Therapy for young people with autistic spectrum conditions, learning difficulties, complex behaviour associated with autism and anxiety and mental health needs. The young people who attend the school all have an EHCP/statement of special educational needs. The School's specialist SEN provision, coupled with expertise within residential care means they can offer thousands of vulnerable children and young people across the UK a holistic, wraparound care, residential and education service, empowering them with everything they need to flourish As the Registered Learning Disability Nurse, you will achieve the highest possible standards of care in a professional manner, by providing direct nursing care to children and young people with complex and challenging needs. Full Job description and person specification available upon application. About the Role: Effective supervision of staff, working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver needs based care Administration of medication and PRN medication Ordering of medication and maintaining adequate supply Providing clinical treatment and follow up if necessary Dealing with both internal and external professionals and parents / carers Organise and arrange appointments Good communication skills Compassionate - good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with children and young people, other staff remaining sensitive and empathetic Intuitive and caring nature Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and young people In Return, we will offer you: Continuous professional development & training for a clear career path Pension Opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference Be part of a fantastic team who work hard together and support each other No two days are ever the same Free School Meals whilst on shift Cycle to Work Scheme "Your Wellbeing Matters" Gym membership School campsite Employee Rewards Hub If you would like to apply; Please contact Carlvin Kihura on or email at