SCHOOL NURSE (REGISTERED)

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Belgrave Heights Christian School (BHCS) is located in the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria and is a thriving and vibrant educational institution established in 1983 with over 830 students from Kinder- Year 12.

The School’s foundational vision, mission and values, aim to provide a rich Christ-centred education in which to encourage the development and growth of Christian faith in students. All staff support and contribute to this aim with our vision being Knowing Christ, Inspiring Learners and Transforming Lives. The School has enjoyed immense growth and success over the years resulting in a rich history, first class facilities and a beautiful environment in which to work.

Our community is warm and welcoming and our people are our difference.  Working at BHCS is an opportunity to experience a strong, dynamic and supportive culture with a clear vision.

For more of an insight into working at BHCS, we encourage you to view the information and video on our website about why working at BHCS is so good!

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are looking for a School Nurse (Registered) with Primary Nursing Care or First Aid experience, strong administrative and people skills, to join our enthusiastic, close knit office team. The School nurse role will be responsible for providing primary nurse care with a triaging focus, along with the associated administrative duties, with the support of the School’s First Aid Officer.

In accordance with school policy, relevant legislation, and within the scope of Registered Nurse practice in a school environment, the successful applicant will provide health education and act in a resource capacity to the school community. The School Nurse will also provide support to the Office Manager in overseeing our First Aid operations and procedures, ensuring the delivery of a quality service to our staff, students, and visitors.

This role is 5 days per week during school terms only, with a proposed start date of late June 2025.

It is essential that the successful applicant have, or be able to demonstrate, the following:

Have and maintain the following qualifications:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse (with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia)
• HLTAID009 Provide CPR
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• 22556VIC Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the Workplace
• 22578VIC First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis

• Ability to remain calm and communicate clearly under pressure
• Strong administrative, planning, and organisational skills
• Be experienced and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills and attention to detail
• Be a Christian role model and be able to demonstrate an active faith to students and to all people associated with the School
• Actively support and adhere to the School’s vision, mission, and ethos
• Have, or be willing to obtain, a current Victorian Working with Children Check

Preferred but not essential:

• First Aid/Nurse experience in a School or similar environment
• Understanding of Anaphylaxis legislation and its outworking in a school environment
• Ability to provide health education tailored to children and adolescents

As a Child Safe School, we promote the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability. As such, the Staff Code of Conduct and Child Safe Policies must be adhered to, resulting in all applicants undergoing rigorous reference, background and identity checking.

TO APPLY 

Expressions of interest and applications are invited, outlining your work history, qualifications and faith journey.  Applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Applicants are invited to submit their Resume together with the names of 3 referees (one preferably from a current Minister/Pastor) to applications@bhcs.vic.edu.au by Friday 30 May 2025.

Please note, we reserve the right to fill this position at any time if a successful application is made.