Nurse

OUR SCHOOL

Reddford House Northcliff is situated on the affluent Northcliff Ridge and is surrounded by the upmarket, leafy northern suburbs. The school is ideally located making it easily accessible from all major routes.The school has an imposing design along with a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere. The Early Learning School (ELS) and the Junior Preparatory follow the Reggio Emilia inspired philosophy sharing an impressive piazza to exhibit the children’s work.Professionally designed interiors in candy colours enhance the Reddford House vibrant and joyful educational approach and experience. All classrooms open out onto playgrounds and play areas. The ELS classrooms boast en-suite toilet facilities for each stage. The striking two storey Senior Preparatory and College buildings feature well-equipped classrooms including performing and creative studios for dance, music, drama and art.The campus includes ample sport fields for soccer, rugby, cricket and athletics, as well as courts for tennis and netball. The next phase of building and investment includes a swimming pool.

ROLE SUMMARY:

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide First Aid to staff and learners.
• Dispense medication to children as requested by parents.
• Monitor immunization records of learners.
• Implementation of health and safety protocols.
• Transporting and accompanying sick /injured children to medical facilities.
• Record keeping
• Submission of medical insurance claims and organizing payments to doctors and hospitals.
• Drug testing, if required.
• Provide counselling to learners and staff regarding medical issues.
• Management and ordering of stock including invoicing.
• Work hand in hand with Boarding Team.
• Required to reside on campus in designated accommodation provided.
• Be responsible for night –shift and on call during weekends when pupils are on campus. The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determine.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong administration skills
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Dispensing skills
• Data reporting and computer literate
• Be organised, have attention to detail, hard-working, flexible.
• SANC registered nurse.
• Previous experience as a school nurse would be advantageous.
• Valid Basic Life Support and First Aid Level 3.
• Knowledge of medical accounting and administration.
• Driver’s license and own vehicle.
• Must be in possession of dispensing license or be in the process of getting one.
• Availability to work on weekends and be on call when required.
• A demonstrable passion for the profession.
• Excellent organizational skills and a positive attitude to change.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.