Health Centre Clinical Lead
Uppingham School
Oakham · posted 14 August 2026
Salary
£50,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Oakham, Rutland
Category
Healthcare and Medical
Location : Uppingham, Rutland
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
Hours : Full time, 45 hours per week, 32 week per year
Reports to: Assistant Head: Safeguarding
Closing date: Wednesday 26 August
Uppingham School is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for 11 to 18-year-olds in the market town of Uppingham, Rutland. Our 800 pupils are accommodated in 16 houses and taught by 24 academic departments, and we employ around 600 teaching and support staff.
We are looking for a Health Centre Clinical Lead to take responsibility for the strategic leadership, clinical governance and day-to-day management of the School's Health Centre, ensuring a safe, effective and pupil centred service across the boarding and day school community.
Working with senior leaders, pastoral and safeguarding teams, House staff, parents and external providers, you will ensure pupils' physical health, emotional wellbeing and medical needs are met through high quality clinical practice, robust systems and a strong safeguarding culture. You will also lead the Nursing Team and House Matrons, promoting high standards of care and continuous professional development.
The Role
Lead the strategic direction and daily operations of the Health Centre
Guide and support the Deputy Clinical Lead, Nursing Team and House Matrons in all medical responsibilities
Take accountability for clinical governance and regulatory compliance, covering policies, procedures, records and audits
Implement and audit medication administration across the School and within Houses, including controlled drugs, records and stock levels
Ensure compliance with the National Minimum Boarding Standards and Independent School Standards Regulations
Oversee recruitment for Health Centre positions and organise rotas for nursing and administrative staff
Deliver induction and medical training for House teams, and coordinate supervision, appraisal and CPD
Manage the Health Centre budget and support sound financial decision-making
Supervise the medical registration and health assessment of new pupils, ensuring needs are documented and shared with House teams
Support pupils with long-term conditions, allergies or complex needs, including up-to-date Individual Health Care Plans
Administer immunisation programmes, and work with health and safety and sports staff on concussion management
Oversee GP surgeries and clinics, initiate nurse-led clinics, and direct the Link Nurse initiative
Supervise infection prevention and control, and the safe storage, handling and disposal of medical materials and clinical waste
Work with the Pastoral Leadership Team on health promotion initiatives across the School
Escalate safeguarding concerns to the Assistant Head: Safeguarding
What We're Looking For
A recognised healthcare qualification (e.g. Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN) enabling effective clinical leadership
Thorough knowledge of professional nursing standards and evidence-based best practice
Understanding of healthcare compliance and recordkeeping, including medication management, infection control and incident reporting
A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, with the ability to apply statutory guidance and school policies
Significant experience with children or young people in residential, educational or healthcare settings
Experience leading a team, promoting a calm, supportive and professional working culture
Experience of rota planning, staff supervision, appraisal and performance management
Strong organisational and operational skills, with professional integrity and sound judgement
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust with pupils, parents, colleagues and external professionals
Strong administrative skills and confidence using digital health management systems and reporting tools
The ability to remain calm under pressure and prioritise in situations involving illness, injury or safeguarding concerns
Confidence in injury and illness assessment, biometric measurement and urinalysis
A commitment to maintaining professional registration and ongoing CPD
Desirable
Registered Nurse Degree, Child Branch
Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) School Nursing qualification
Non-Medical Prescribing or Practice Educator qualification
Awareness of key adolescent health issues, including mental and sexual health
Knowledge of the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools
Experience working within a school or boarding environment
Experience managing budgets or contributing to service development
Experience using iSAMS and Evolve systems
Able to complete spirometry and confident in venepuncture
Why Join Us
Uppingham is a vibrant, energetic and forward-looking school, made up of talented people offering a diverse range of experiences. Pupils take part in a multitude of extra-curricular activities, from sports and music to drama and expeditions. We welcome applications from candidates who are both experienced and new to the independent education sector, and we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Safeguarding
The post-holder must always comply with the School's Safeguarding (Child Protection) Policy in promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact. Any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school must be reported to the School's Designated Safeguarding Lead or the Headmaster.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so we encourage early submissions. xwzovoh Applications will be considered as they are received and interviews may be held before 26 August.
You may have experience in the following: Lead Nurse, Head of Health Centre, Clinical Lead Nurse, School Nurse Manager, Senior School Nurse, Boarding School Nurse, Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Head of Nursing, Matron, etc
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Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
Hours : Full time, 45 hours per week, 32 week per year
Reports to: Assistant Head: Safeguarding
Closing date: Wednesday 26 August
Uppingham School is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for 11 to 18-year-olds in the market town of Uppingham, Rutland. Our 800 pupils are accommodated in 16 houses and taught by 24 academic departments, and we employ around 600 teaching and support staff.
We are looking for a Health Centre Clinical Lead to take responsibility for the strategic leadership, clinical governance and day-to-day management of the School's Health Centre, ensuring a safe, effective and pupil centred service across the boarding and day school community.
Working with senior leaders, pastoral and safeguarding teams, House staff, parents and external providers, you will ensure pupils' physical health, emotional wellbeing and medical needs are met through high quality clinical practice, robust systems and a strong safeguarding culture. You will also lead the Nursing Team and House Matrons, promoting high standards of care and continuous professional development.
The Role
Lead the strategic direction and daily operations of the Health Centre
Guide and support the Deputy Clinical Lead, Nursing Team and House Matrons in all medical responsibilities
Take accountability for clinical governance and regulatory compliance, covering policies, procedures, records and audits
Implement and audit medication administration across the School and within Houses, including controlled drugs, records and stock levels
Ensure compliance with the National Minimum Boarding Standards and Independent School Standards Regulations
Oversee recruitment for Health Centre positions and organise rotas for nursing and administrative staff
Deliver induction and medical training for House teams, and coordinate supervision, appraisal and CPD
Manage the Health Centre budget and support sound financial decision-making
Supervise the medical registration and health assessment of new pupils, ensuring needs are documented and shared with House teams
Support pupils with long-term conditions, allergies or complex needs, including up-to-date Individual Health Care Plans
Administer immunisation programmes, and work with health and safety and sports staff on concussion management
Oversee GP surgeries and clinics, initiate nurse-led clinics, and direct the Link Nurse initiative
Supervise infection prevention and control, and the safe storage, handling and disposal of medical materials and clinical waste
Work with the Pastoral Leadership Team on health promotion initiatives across the School
Escalate safeguarding concerns to the Assistant Head: Safeguarding
What We're Looking For
A recognised healthcare qualification (e.g. Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN) enabling effective clinical leadership
Thorough knowledge of professional nursing standards and evidence-based best practice
Understanding of healthcare compliance and recordkeeping, including medication management, infection control and incident reporting
A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, with the ability to apply statutory guidance and school policies
Significant experience with children or young people in residential, educational or healthcare settings
Experience leading a team, promoting a calm, supportive and professional working culture
Experience of rota planning, staff supervision, appraisal and performance management
Strong organisational and operational skills, with professional integrity and sound judgement
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust with pupils, parents, colleagues and external professionals
Strong administrative skills and confidence using digital health management systems and reporting tools
The ability to remain calm under pressure and prioritise in situations involving illness, injury or safeguarding concerns
Confidence in injury and illness assessment, biometric measurement and urinalysis
A commitment to maintaining professional registration and ongoing CPD
Desirable
Registered Nurse Degree, Child Branch
Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) School Nursing qualification
Non-Medical Prescribing or Practice Educator qualification
Awareness of key adolescent health issues, including mental and sexual health
Knowledge of the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools
Experience working within a school or boarding environment
Experience managing budgets or contributing to service development
Experience using iSAMS and Evolve systems
Able to complete spirometry and confident in venepuncture
Why Join Us
Uppingham is a vibrant, energetic and forward-looking school, made up of talented people offering a diverse range of experiences. Pupils take part in a multitude of extra-curricular activities, from sports and music to drama and expeditions. We welcome applications from candidates who are both experienced and new to the independent education sector, and we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Safeguarding
The post-holder must always comply with the School's Safeguarding (Child Protection) Policy in promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact. Any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school must be reported to the School's Designated Safeguarding Lead or the Headmaster.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so we encourage early submissions. xwzovoh Applications will be considered as they are received and interviews may be held before 26 August.
You may have experience in the following: Lead Nurse, Head of Health Centre, Clinical Lead Nurse, School Nurse Manager, Senior School Nurse, Boarding School Nurse, Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Head of Nursing, Matron, etc