School Nurse (Temporary)

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Job Summary: School Nurse to promote the health, safety, and well-being of students, delivering comprehensive healthcare and supporting students' physical and emotional needs. Key Responsibilities: 1. Promote the health, safety, and well-being of students 2. Provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare within the school environment 3. Collaborate closely with teaching staff, school leadership, and families **About the School \- Colegio Internacional Meres:** Colegio Meres is a forward-thinking educational institution consistently supported by outstanding academic results. Founded in 1966, Colegio Internacional Meres is the only private school in Asturias officially accredited as an International School by the IBO (International Baccalaureate Organization), one of the first schools in Spain to achieve this status. Its model of academic and educational excellence serves children aged 3 to 18 and is grounded in fostering critical thinking, self-discipline, and teamwork to develop multidisciplinary, globally minded, and resilient students and individuals. The school now offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced **School Nurse (Temporary)** to join our fantastic team. **About Cognita:** Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools across 21 countries — in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East — serving over 100,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique; yet our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can “thrive in a rapidly evolving world.” **About the Role:** As a School Nurse, you will play a key role in promoting the health, safety, and well-being of our students. You will deliver comprehensive, high-quality healthcare within the school environment, supporting students’ physical and emotional needs so they can fully develop academically and personally. You will collaborate closely with teaching staff, school leadership, and families, managing daily medical care, responding to incidents and emergencies, and overseeing the correct administration of medication. Additionally, you will contribute to the school’s educational project through health education initiatives, advising on well-being matters, and participating in prevention and health-promoting habit programs. **This is a fixed-term position, effective from 1 July to 31 July 2026\.** To view the job profile, click here. **Who We Are Looking For:** You are a qualified Nurse with a strong commitment to student well-being and a genuine interest in the educational sector. You have at least two years of relevant experience, solid organisational skills, and a professional, calm, and responsible approach. You communicate empathetically and clearly, building trusting relationships with students, colleagues, and families. You are proactive, detail-oriented, capable of working autonomously, and equally effective as a collaborative team member. You are comfortable using standard computer tools, adapt well to change, and are committed to your ongoing professional development. Fluency in both Spanish and English is required, along with a firm commitment to safeguarding, diversity, and inclusion. **How to Apply:** Submit your application before the deadline: **24 May 2026**. Cognita schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff, volunteers, and third parties to share this commitment. Safe recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be conducted before confirming any appointment. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect, regardless of their background. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint the suitable candidate prior to the closing date.