School Nurse
The British School of Milan, one of Italy’s leading international schools, is seeking a qualified and dedicated Tempo parziale School Nurse to join our supportive and international school community.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified nursing professional who is passionate about supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people in a vibrant educational environment.
Working Schedule: Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Part-time, on-site
Location: Milan, Italy
About the Role
The School Nurse plays an essential role in promoting a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for students and staff.
Working closely with the Head of Nursing & Clinical Services, the Safeguarding and Pastoral teams, the successful candidate will provide high-quality clinical care, support students with individual healthcare needs and contribute to health and wellbeing initiatives across the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Care: Provide first aid and immediate medical care to students and staff, supporting the management of acute and chronic health conditions and individual healthcare plans.
- Medication Management: Administer prescribed and over-the-counter medications in accordance with parental authorisation, medical guidance and school policies.
- Communication: Liaise professionally and sensitively with parents, colleagues and external healthcare providers regarding student health and medical needs.
- Medical Records: Maintain accurate, up-to-date and confidential student health records, immunisation information, individual healthcare plans and accident logs.
- Health and Safety: Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming medical room, monitor medical supplies and support infection prevention and control measures.
- School Events and Trips:
Prepare medical kits and relevant healthcare information to support the safe participation of students in school activities, sports events and educational trips.
- Safeguarding: Remain vigilant to student welfare and promptly report safeguarding or wellbeing concerns in accordance with school procedures.
- Health Promotion: Contribute to initiatives promoting physical and mental wellbeing, healthy lifestyles and preventative healthcare.
- Emergency Preparedness: Support the school’s medical emergency procedures and contribute to staff awareness of relevant protocols.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Nurse with current professional registration and authorisation to practise in Italy.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Good Italian.
- Strong IT skills and confidence in maintaining electronic medical records.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
- A compassionate, discreet and professional approach to student care.
- Ability to remain calm, confident and effective in emergency situations.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Previous experience working with children, adolescents or within an educational setting would be an advantage.
What We Offer
- A welcoming, collaborative and truly international working environment.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the health and wellbeing of our students.
- A supportive and inclusive school community.
- Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply
If you are a caring and dedicated nursing professional looking to make a positive difference in an international school community, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a short cover letter to (email hidden)ol .
The British School of Milan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified nursing professional who is passionate about supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people in a vibrant educational environment.
Working Schedule: Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Part-time, on-site
Location: Milan, Italy
About the Role
The School Nurse plays an essential role in promoting a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for students and staff.
Working closely with the Head of Nursing & Clinical Services, the Safeguarding and Pastoral teams, the successful candidate will provide high-quality clinical care, support students with individual healthcare needs and contribute to health and wellbeing initiatives across the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Care: Provide first aid and immediate medical care to students and staff, supporting the management of acute and chronic health conditions and individual healthcare plans.
- Medication Management: Administer prescribed and over-the-counter medications in accordance with parental authorisation, medical guidance and school policies.
- Communication: Liaise professionally and sensitively with parents, colleagues and external healthcare providers regarding student health and medical needs.
- Medical Records: Maintain accurate, up-to-date and confidential student health records, immunisation information, individual healthcare plans and accident logs.
- Health and Safety: Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming medical room, monitor medical supplies and support infection prevention and control measures.
- School Events and Trips:
Prepare medical kits and relevant healthcare information to support the safe participation of students in school activities, sports events and educational trips.
- Safeguarding: Remain vigilant to student welfare and promptly report safeguarding or wellbeing concerns in accordance with school procedures.
- Health Promotion: Contribute to initiatives promoting physical and mental wellbeing, healthy lifestyles and preventative healthcare.
- Emergency Preparedness: Support the school’s medical emergency procedures and contribute to staff awareness of relevant protocols.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Nurse with current professional registration and authorisation to practise in Italy.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Good Italian.
- Strong IT skills and confidence in maintaining electronic medical records.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
- A compassionate, discreet and professional approach to student care.
- Ability to remain calm, confident and effective in emergency situations.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Previous experience working with children, adolescents or within an educational setting would be an advantage.
What We Offer
- A welcoming, collaborative and truly international working environment.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the health and wellbeing of our students.
- A supportive and inclusive school community.
- Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply
If you are a caring and dedicated nursing professional looking to make a positive difference in an international school community, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a short cover letter to (email hidden)ol .
The British School of Milan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks.