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Ascham is an inclusive, day and boarding school for girls in years P to 12. It provides a strong academic program within a warm and welcoming environment. Since its foundation in 1886 also, Ascham has educated girls who develop into confident, independent, compassionate young women.We value staff who demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the School. We look for vibrant, dedicated, professional and capable staff who have initiative, empathy, and a good sense of humour to help the School achieve its objectives.About this RoleWe are seeking an experienced nursing professional for the position of Head of Nursing Services P-12.As a leadership position this oversees the health needs of day and boarding students; and ensures the provision of safe, evidence-based nursing care, within a holistic framework integrating medical care, emotional well being, and education. The position holder will work during each school term, and within our Ascham Health Centre which is open from 7.30 am to 4.30 pm.What You Need to Do to SucceedManage the School''s Health Centre including staff supervision, roster coordination, budget and systemsLead and support a team of school nurses, and encourage them to participate in the life of the SchoolEnsure the health needs of day / boarding students and staff are addressed promptly and effectivelyOffer timely and effective responses to medical incidents and emergenciesKnow each student and help them foster qualities of self-discipline, independence, and responsibilityAddress student health concerns including chronic condition support, menstrual health, medication education, preventative health education and mental health and wellbeingFacilitate immunisation programs in collaboration with South Eastern Sydney Local Health DistrictWhat You BringBachelor of Nursing degreeCurrent Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration as a Registered NurseCurrent certificates in CPR, First Aid and Mental Health First Aid as well as a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and Driver''s LicenceDemonstrated understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS) principles and reporting requirementsClinical experience of at least 3 years and preferably in school, paediatric, or adolescent health settingsExperience in providing comprehensive health care to school-aged children and adolescents, support them with chronic or acute health needs, and manage school immunisation programsAbility to lead a team of school nurses and apply sound clinical judgement and decision-making in complex or unexpected situationsExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, and ability to engage with students, parents, staff, and external health professionalsExperience in delivering staff education and trainingA professional / organised approach with well-developed time management skillsCompetence with electronic medical records, databases and Microsoft Office programsWillingness to participate in the Health Centre on-call roster, and flexibility to attend school camps, excursions, and events outside of normal working hours in a professional nursing capacity.Interested?Further information, including a position description for this role is available at this sounds like you, please apply via SEEK no later than 11.59pm on Wednesday 28 January 2026. Applications should include a cover letter and resume (listing WWCC, CPR and First Aid details if available).Ascham School seeks to provide a child-safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of our students, and our school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations. Ascham''s Child Safe policies and practices and our Staff Code of Conduct are available on our website.#J-18808-Ljbffr