Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
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Selection Criteria
1 Specialist Expertise
Demonstrated knowledge and experience as a Registered Nurse, including expertise in first aid, chronic illness management, emergency response, and student health support in an educational or similar setting. Capacity to apply professional judgement and provide authoritative advice on complex health and wellbeing matters.
2 Policy, Compliance and Risk Management
Proven ability to develop, implement, and review policies, procedures, and risk management strategies relating to student health and first aid, in line with Department of Education requirements and relevant legislation. Demonstrated capacity to ensure compliance with mandatory health training, accreditation, and auditing processes.
3 Leadership and Staff Development
Demonstrated leadership skills in managing, supervising, and developing staff. Capacity to plan and deliver training, mentoring, and support to build staff confidence and capability in the provision of first aid, medical risk management, and student health care.
4 Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with students, staff, families, and external health professionals. Capacity to handle sensitive information with discretion, respect, and cultural awareness.
5 Organisation and Accountability
High-level organisational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate health support services across the school, and ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting. Demonstrated accountability in leading a health service and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of students.
6 Commitment to Child Safety
Demonstrated understanding of child safety principles and practices, with a strong commitment to creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students, consistent with the Child Safe Standards.
Role
Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions. Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations.
Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal. Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school. Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.
Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
School Nurse / First Aid Manager
Classification: Education Support Class Range 4
Reports to: Office Manager/ OHS Manager/ Operations Leader/ Principal
At Clyde Secondary College, the School Nurse / First Aid Manager provides expert leadership, management, and coordination of the school¿s health and first aid services. This role is responsible for developing and implementing whole-school health and wellbeing policies, ensuring compliance with Department of Education requirements, and providing high-level clinical advice and support to staff, students, and families.
Operating at Range 4, the role requires a high level of independence, decision-making, and accountability in managing complex health matters, while also building staff capability in the provision of safe and effective first aid and student health support.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
* Health Leadership & Management
* Lead the development, implementation, and review of school health and first aid policies, procedures, and risk management strategies in line with Department of Education and Victorian government requirements.
* Provide expert advice to the Executive team, OHS Manager and staff on student health needs, medical conditions, and first aid compliance.
* Ensure all health practices comply with current legislation, departmental guidelines, and professional standards.
* First Aid & Emergency Management
* Manage the day-to-day operations of the school¿s first aid service, including triage, treatment, and record-keeping of student injuries and illnesses.
* Lead the response to medical emergencies, including anaphylaxis, asthma, and other high-risk conditions.
* Oversee maintenance and auditing of first aid rooms, equipment, supplies, and emergency kits.
* Develop and implement medical risk management and emergency response plans.
* Student Health Support
* Coordinate and oversee the management of student health care needs, including preparation and implementation of individual health care, anaphylaxis, and asthma action plans.
* Work collaboratively with students, families, and external health providers to ensure appropriate health care planning and support.
* Monitor and manage health care records in line with privacy and compliance requirements.
* Staff Training & Capacity Building
* Lead the training, accreditation, and ongoing professional development of staff in first aid, anaphylaxis management, asthma management, and other health-related compliance requirements.
* Provide mentoring, guidance, and support to staff managing student health care needs.
* Deliver health and wellbeing education sessions to staff, students, and families as appropriate.
* Leadership & Supervision
* Provide supervision, and direction to education support staff and first aid officers involved in health and first aid delivery.
* Undertake complex problem-solving and provide authoritative advice in health-related decision-making.
* Compliance & Reporting
* Maintain accurate and timely health and incident records in line with departmental policy and legislative requirements.
* Prepare and present reports to the OHS Manager and Executive team on health service delivery, compliance, and risk management.
* Lead audits and ensure compliance with departmental and legislative requirements for student health and safety.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Qualifications and Other Requirements
* Current registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Current Level 2 First Aid, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management qualifications (or capacity to obtain).
* Current Working with Children Check.
* Demonstrated ongoing commitment to professional learning and development.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
Other Information
* All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
* Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
* A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
* Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Conditions of Employment
* All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
* Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
* A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
* Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Location Profile
Clyde Secondary College opened in January 2022. Our current enrolment is 1080 expected to grow substantially. 2026 will see the inclusion of Year 11, with Year 12 commencing in 2027.
At the heart of Clyde Secondary College is a deep commitment to fostering a warm, inclusive, and respectful school culture for both students and staff. We are dedicated to creating a learning environment built on high expectations and individual care, where every student experiences a rich, diverse, and challenging curriculum while being genuinely valued in a safe, supportive, and nurturing setting.
Our school values reflect our vision of ¿Excelling together, valuing the individual¿ and are embodied in the acronym REACH, Respect, Excellence, Aspiration, Curiosity, and Honesty. These values are not only central to student learning but are the foundation of how our entire community of students, staff, and families interact and grow together.
The College Leadership Team places a strong and active focus on staff wellbeing, recognising that the strength of a school community lies in the health and happiness of its people. We prioritise creating a collegial and positive workplace, where every team member feels supported, respected, and heard. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and genuine care, ensuring staff feel empowered in their roles, connected to each other, and sustained through access to ongoing professional development, wellbeing initiatives, and open lines of communication.
We pride ourselves on being a friendly and welcoming school, where kindness and approachability underpin all interactions. Whether you're a student, parent, teacher, or member of the broader community, you'll experience a sense of belonging and mutual respect that defines life at Clyde Secondary College.
To complement academic learning, students are offered a broad range of co-curricular opportunities, including performing arts, sports, student leadership development, and community engagement programs. We encourage every student to participate in school life beyond the classroom, helping them grow as confident, capable, and connected citizens.
Our curriculum, aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, is both comprehensive and stimulating, including English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Languages, Physical Education, Technology, Art, Drama, and ICT. As the College grows, additional subjects such as Music, Food Studies, and advanced options in Literature, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Systems will become available. STEM will also be a cornerstone of learning from Year 7 onwards, helping students build essential skills for future success.
We also offer a Select Entry High Achiever Program, designed to extend and support high-performing students through enrichment and acceleration opportunities leading into VCE.
As a supported inclusion school, Clyde Secondary College has been purposefully designed to welcome and meet the needs of students with disabilities, offering enhanced learning spaces and inclusive facilities that promote dignity, engagement, and success for all learners.
Clyde Secondary College is more than a place of learning, it's a caring and vibrant community where everyone is supported to thrive.
Applications close Thursday 12 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
30 January 2026