School Nurse

School Nurse – Grimwade House

Melbourne Grammar School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Nurse to join our team at Grimwade House. This is a unique opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with a rewarding, community-focused role supporting the health and wellbeing of young people.

Our ideal candidate has experience working in a school environment, or is someone seeking a meaningful change from the demands of hospital-based care.

Why join us

This position offers an excellent work–life balance, with consistent weekday hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm, aligned with the school term, allowing you to enjoy school holiday periods.

You will also benefit from:

• Complimentary school lunch each day
• A warm and supportive community environment
• The opportunity to focus on health promotion, early intervention, and long-term student wellbeing

About the Role

As the key Grimwade House School Nurse, you will play a vital role in promoting the health and wellbeing of students and staff. You will be supported by a collaborative Health Centre team based at our South Yarra campus, who regularly attend Grimwade to provide assistance and ensure continuity of care.

This role requires a strong commitment to Melbourne Grammar School’s values, including a clear understanding of your responsibilities in relation to Child Safety and Wellbeing. You will work with a high level of autonomy and report directly to the Health Centre Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first aid, medical care, and health advice to students, staff and visitors
• Support the coordination and daily operations of the Health Centre
• Maintain accurate student health records using Synergetic and incident reporting systems
• Assist in the management of ongoing health conditions (e.g. asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetes)
• Deliver clear clinical handovers to the Health Centre Manager and nursing team

• Contribute to a caring, inclusive and community-driven environment

About You

• Qualified Registered Nurse (Division 1) with relevant clinical experience
• Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team
• Commitment to child safety and wellbeing

Our School is a place of extraordinary possibilities.

Melbourne Grammar School is one of Australia's leading independent schools that believes in the holistic education of young people. Grimwade House has 650 girls and boys from Prep to Year 6. It is a place where enthusiastic students learn in an environment that is purpose-built to challenge and support them. We believe that education can create extraordinary possibilities in the lives of young people and the communities in which they live.

We engage talented people and want them to create possibilities for themselves and for others. Teaching and learning at Grimwade House strikes a balance between the best of traditional approaches and contemporary practice. We are focused on growth and active participation, and our work is supported by expert and dedicated teachers, outstanding resources and learning spaces purpose-built for young learners.

To learn more about what it’s like working at Melbourne Grammar School, click here to discover what our staff have to say.

Applying for the Role

To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to access our secure recruitment portal.

Applications close: Friday 17 July 2026

Please note:

• All staff must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid Working with Children Check
• The School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date

For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team at ***email_hidden***