Triage Nurse (Colleges)
Salary range £41,338 – £43,856 pro rata Term Time Only £36,195.55 -£38,163.90
plus, excellent pension benefits + generous annual leave
Location/s: Cross College Bromley, Orpington, Greenwich and Bexley, (Hybrid working is an option)
Working pattern: 37 hours per week term time only
The College
London South East Colleges is a successful and innovative College operating with sites across Bromley, Bexley, Orpington and Greenwich. With nearly 14,000 students and 1,000 members of staff, the College is a major employer in the area and makes a significant impact on the lives and future prospects of its learners who travel from across London to study with us. The College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust, a growing Multi Academy which is rapidly developing a track record of academic and financial success. With a combined turnover of circa £85m and the ambitious growth plans of the group, there has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation.
The Role
For this new role we are seeking a nurse with experience preferably within the education sector who can take the lead in the health and wellbeing of students and staff within the College community. You will be able to shape this role as you liaise with a range of stakeholders including Health and Safety, Occupational Health, Student Experience and Human Resources regarding the wellbeing of those within the College community.
The role of Triage Nurse will entail health promotion, oversight of the health surveillance programme for staff, supervision of mental health first aiders, DSE Assessor, supporting health and safety with accident reports, providing support with the management of infectious diseases, arranging events and activities to promote Personal, Social, Health & Economic (PSHE) education.
Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role you will need to be able to operate with autonomy, possess innovation and the ability to inspire others as well as the ability to persuade others.
Confidence in presenting to a range of audiences is essential as well as the ability to identify and implement health initiatives.
Good attention to detail, administration skills and ability to manage a range of caseloads are essential for this position.
Candidates applying for this role will need to have a registered General Nursing qualification and current NMC registration and RCN.
Benefits
The benefits package includes 27 annual leave of days (excluding bank holidays) plus 3 efficiency closure days during Christmas, up to 2 additional College closure days, and leave for volunteering (pro rata for part time staff). There are excellent pension schemes, including employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Staff also have access to employee assistance programme, free onsite parking, salary sacrifice cycle to work/ bike loan scheme and annual season ticket loan. You will have access to onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in inhouse restaurants and hair and beauty treatments. We are investors in people accredited and committed to professional development of our staff members.
Recognised nationally in 2021 by the TES, as Overall FE Provider of the Year, FE College of the Year ad winning the Contribution to the Local Community award.
If you have any specific enquires about the role, please email us.
How to apply
Please apply via our website on the link below. You would need to type the vacancy name on the search bar to view the full vacancy details and apply.
As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the College. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College’s DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request.
In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe Within Education) guidance we conduct social media checks for all candidates whom are shortlisted for roles in order to ascertain their suitability to work with children and young adults.
We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within London South East Colleges at this level.
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