School Nurse

About Long Bay College

Long Bay College is a thriving, co-educational secondary school in a peaceful location near Long Bay Beach and the vibrant new Long Bay Village. Since opening in 1975, our school has grown to now support around 2,000 students, guided by a dedicated team of approximately 200 dedicated teaching and support staff.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate Registered Nurse with a genuine passion for youth health and a talent for engaging with our Rangatahi. As part of our Wellbeing Centre team, you’ll work within a supportive environment that embraces a holistic approach to healthcare, partnering with the school and community to provide diverse health and wellness services.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, safe space in the Health Centre for students.
• Assess and treat students and staff as needed, making referrals where appropriate.
• Monitor and administer medications and individual health plans.
• Promote available health services and liaise with relevant partners.
• Review new students’ health records to proactively identify health needs.
• Identify and refer at-risk students to appropriate support.
• Empower students to make informed, responsible health decisions.
• Respond effectively to medical emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records of all visits and interactions.
• Provide regular updates to the Pastoral Care team.
• Ensure first aid kits are stocked, up-to-date, and easily accessible.
• Collaborate with the Wellbeing team to deliver comprehensive support for students and staff.
• Maintain accurate information within our Student Management System.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A current practicing certificate.
• A proven track record of working with young people.
• A keen attention to detail.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Exceptional communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Strong empathy, tolerance, and diplomacy skills.
• The ability to stay calm and composed under pressure.
• Strong computer skills.
• A positive, can-do attitude.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality in line with College policies and Ministry of Education guidelines.

What We Offer

This is a permanent, full-time position, 37.5 hours per week during term time (plus an additional week each year, totalling 41 weeks + 4 weeks annual leave). The role offers $45.00 to $55.00 per hour within the Support Staff in Schools’ Collective Agreement.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory police vet.

Long Bay College provides free car parking, a dynamic and supportive environment, and a role with genuine work/life balance. Every day here is unique, creating a stimulating and engaging workplace.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a student-centred environment and wants to make a positive difference in young people’s lives. If you enjoy taking initiative, balancing priorities, and working in a school that encourages students to care, create, and excel, we would love to hear from you.

We encourage early applications, as Long Bay College reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date. Should the position remain unfilled, applications will remain open until the ideal candidate is appointed.

Position commences Term 4, 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to view the job description and apply electronically via the vacancies page on our school website: Vacancies - LongBayCollege.schooljobs.nz

Applications submitted via other platforms, including email, will NOT be reviewed.