Based in beautiful Westerham, Kent, Valence School is a local authority maintained school, supporting students aged from 4 to 19 with complex medical needs.

We are seeking a Deputy Lead Nurse who would welcome this exciting opportunity to be part of our Health Team at Valence School and you would provide leadership to the nursing team to ensure the highest quality of service is delivered safely and effectively.

We require staff who are able to deliver individual programmes of care / care packages for Valence students.  This will include health related care and emergency situations and to be responsible for the health care of both day and boarding students. 

You will be confident in the understanding of evidence-based practice and are able to prioritise your work to provide direct care, assessment and support required.

As part of a wider health team, you will enjoy working collaboratively to find solutions and demonstrate empathy and understanding and will be uncompromising in their desire to attain the best care for our students.

To meet the needs of our students, we are particularly interested in applicants with experience in respiratory care, tracheostomy care, suctioning, enteral feeds, jejunostomy and gastrostomy care.  In return, you will be provided with regular support and clinical supervision, support with revalidation, a bespoke induction/training programme and a rewarding and interesting post.

Please see the application pack to complete the online application form.

You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

If you have any questions please contact the HR team : vacancies@valence.kent.sch.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy, interview and appoint earlier if we receive sufficient applications for this role

Valence School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We value diversity and promote equality for all.

References will be taken up before interview and online checks undertaken for shortlisted candidates.  The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check (this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act)