School Nurse

As a Registered Nurse at St Francis of the Fields, Strathfieldsaye, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the health, well-being and safety of our students. Your primary mission will be to provide expert care and immediate first aid when required to students with complex medical conditions, including those with chronic medical issues and other illnesses.

In addition to direct care, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing policies and procedures in compliance with legislation.

You will also serve as an invaluable educational resource, empowering our St Francis of the Fields staff with the knowledge and best practices needed to support students with specific health care needs.

This is a 12-month fixed-term part-time position covering parental leave.

You will:

• Be a Registered Nurse with AHPRA with minimum of 3 years' experience.

• Hold current Level 2 First Aid certification.

• Demonstrated experience in paediatric nursing or a related field preferred.

• Have strong skills in developing policy and procedures in alignment with legislation.

• Possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated dedication to providing compassionate care and support to students.

We can offer:

• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.

• Work in school hours: 8.45am pm (Monday to Wednesday).

• $41.29 per hour and school holiday leave entitlements.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• A collaborative and supportive school community.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese.

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment.

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students.

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning.

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst.

It's an exciting time to be in Catholic Education

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we 'Magnify Sandhurst' with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and 'healthy and well communities', we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is 'Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day'.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Applications Close: Wednesday 10 September 2025 at 5.00 pm

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.

For more information about CESL or to register for future opportunities, please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.