Join a Team That Puts Children First
Are you a Registered Nurse with a passion for working with children and young people? Do you want a role that fits with school hours, offers genuine work-life balance, and makes a daily difference in the lives of children with complex health needs?
NurtureCare is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our award-winning team working in special schools across Derby City and Derbyshire. This is a term-time position ideal for a nurse who thrives in a child-focused, collaborative, and community-based environment.
👩⚕️ What You’ll Do
- Deliver hands-on nursing care for children and young people with complex health needs (e.g. epilepsy, enteral feeding, tracheostomy care).
- Support and supervise school staff in delivering delegated health procedures, using the TEACH competency framework.
- Build trusted relationships with pupils, families, and school teams.
- Contribute to the development and review of Individual Healthcare Plans (IHCPs).
- Escalate health or safeguarding concerns and participate in multi-agency planning.
✅ What We’re Looking For
- NMC Registered Nurse (Child Branch or LD preferred).
- Experience working with CYP in schools, community or paediatric settings.
- Confident in your clinical practice and calm under pressure.
- A great communicator, team player, and advocate for inclusion and safety.
Why Choose NurtureCare?
We are proud to be a multi award-winning care provider that truly values its people. As part of our school nursing team, you’ll benefit from:
- School-friendly hours – no nights or weekends
- Paid CPD and skill development (including TEACH framework and condition-specific training)
- Regular clinical supervision and peer support
- Staff wellbeing perks – birthday off, thank-you rewards, team recognition
- Opportunity to be part of a pioneering school nursing model across Derbyshire
Additional Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS check (child workforce)
- Right to work in the UK
- Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
Employer: NurtureCare (Multi Award-Winning Complex Care Provider)
Location: Derby City & Derbyshire – Assigned Special School (term-time only)
Contract: Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday–Friday, School Hours (approx. 08:00–16:00)
Skills Required
- NMC Registered Nurse
- Child Branch or Learning Disabilities branch (NMC)
- Experience working with children and young people in schools, community, or paediatric settings
- Clinical competence delivering care for complex needs (epilepsy, enteral feeding, tracheostomy care)
- Ability to supervise and support school staff using competency frameworks (TEACH)
- Enhanced DBS check (child workforce)
- Right to work in the UK
- Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and calmness under pressure
What We Do
NurtureCare provides residential care for children and adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, and supports individuals leaving care.
