About BGS
Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar is an Anglican school passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. The School’s cutting-edge teaching and learning techniques, supported by a research centre, attract the best minds in education.
The role
Do you love working in Student Health, health sciences or nursing? Are you looking for a role that offers ongoing stability, a great environment and no shift work? Perhaps you would like the flexibility of not having to work during the school holidays?
We are currently seeking a School Nurse / Student Health Officer to join our team on a permanent, part time basis. This really is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about providing a high level of care to students who are injured or ill, whilst also having responsibility for a range of administrative tasks relating to Student Health.
This role is pivotal in the delivery of a safe standard of care to students, and the provision of Student Health-related advice to staff. The position works closely with colleagues across all campuses of the school to ensure that the medical, health and pastoral care needs of students are met appropriately on a day to day basis.
To be successful and thrive in this position you will require:
- Demonstrated experience in a similar position, in Nursing, health sciences or another related field.
- Current qualifications in First Aid, Anaphylaxis, CPR and Asthma Management. Nursing or other health related qualifications are highly desirable.
- In depth knowledge of relevant school based nursing / child and adolescent healthcare practices.
- The ability to handle critical incidents in an efficient and responsive manner.
- Excellent interpersonal skills & an ability to communicate effectively with individuals under stressful circumstances.
A current Working with Children Check is essential for this position. Should you not have a current check, you would be expected to apply for one should you be successful in securing the position.
Why work for us?
- Fantastic part time role that offers ultimate flexibility.
- Work Monday to Friday, 1.00pm to 5.30pm.
- Have the term breaks off!
- Work for a school that will support your development.
Want to find out more?
To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be redirected to our secure online recruitment portal. This will also enable you to view the position description for the role.
Applications close: 5pm Friday 12 April 2024 as would like the successful applicant to start in early Term Two if possible.
For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via *******@brightongrammar.vic.edu.au.
All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.
Brighton Grammar School is fully committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.
Attachments:
- Student Health Officer_March2024.pdf