School Nurse
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
15 November 2026
Posted 20 Oct 2026
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Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
113.9
86.1 teaching · 27.8 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
991
Language other than English
4%
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
St Joseph's College is seeking passionate and organised School Nurses to join our College. This is a unique opportunity to utilise your clinical nursing skills in an educational setting, supporting the varied health needs of students while enjoying the benefits of predictable hours and school holiday periods. Full time and part time hours will be considered.
About the Role
As our College continues to expand, including the growth of our Junior Campus in 2027, there are opportunities for School Nurses to provide expert health care and medical support to students across our campuses. Help to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment by:
- Providing first aid, triage and emergency medical response for students and staff.
- Developing and managing student health care plans, including anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetes and other medical conditions.
- Administering and monitoring student medications.
- Liaising with parents, caregivers, medical practitioners and external agencies.
- Maintaining student medical records and first aid documentation.
- Coordinating student immunisation programs.
- Supporting staff with health-related training and awareness programs.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety and child safety requirements.
The successful applicant will hold Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA and demonstrate:
- Experience in nursing, community health, school nursing or a related field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- The ability to remain calm and responsive in emergency situations.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- A commitment to student wel…