College Nurse

• Location: North Devon
• Job Type: Full-time 37 hours per week 
• Salary up to £34297 per annum 

• Coordinate the administration of medicine to learners and monitor their health care needs.
• Act as the college Designated Senior Mental Health Lead and create care plans for learners with health-related needs.
• Liaise with external health partners and cross-college teams to support learners with health needs.
• Monitor and record the administration of medication and medical conditions of learners on-site.
• Provide practical advice and support to parents, carers, and staff regarding health-related matters.
• Coordinate training for staff on administering medication and create internal health care plans.
• Work with the Health and Safety Officer to create risk assessments for learners requiring medication.
• Support the Safeguarding Team in managing learners at risk and facilitate access to external support agencies.
• Promote health & wellbeing and engagement in study programs for learners.
• Be a point of contact for sharing information between parents, guardians, external services, and the college.

• Experience in a health care or educational support role.
• Strong understanding of health care needs and medication administration.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with various stakeholders.
• Ability to create and implement care plans and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and commitment to promoting welfare.
• Experience working with learners with Learning Disabilities is desirable
• Hold NMC Registration

• Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
• Active engagement in promoting health, diversity, and inclusion.
• Professional development opportunities.

To apply for the Health and Care Support Coordinator position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and commitment to equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion. Petroc College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.