SCPHN student health visitor/ school nurse

Job description

Closing date: 26 May 2026Overview The trust is looking for nurses or midwives who are passionate about Health Visiting or School Nursing. Successful applicants will be employed on a fixed‐term contract from September 2026 to September 2027, in a mid‐point Band 5 role, with the possibility of permanent Band 6 placement after the course.Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme to children 0-19 within the NHS network.Conduct universal mandated contacts and packages of care based on evidence‐based practice.Collaborate with partner agencies to safeguard vulnerable children, formulate care plans, and complete agreed Child Protection outcomes.Engage with digital technologies to enhance service delivery and personal professional practice.Develop leadership skills during placements and transition into a specialist practitioner role upon completion of the course.Qualifications & Experience Current registration with the NMC as a Registered General Nurse (RGN), Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Midwife (RM), Registered Staff Nurse (RSCN) or equivalent.Post‐graduate degree (Master's level) or relevant higher education qualification.Desirable Experience Significant experience supporting children, young people and families, promoting health and wellbeing.Experience with multidisciplinary teamwork and complex child protection situations.Personal Attributes A committed interest in working with children and young people.Effective communication skills with staff, children, and families of all ages and abilities.Commitment to the Trust values and a willingness to adapt to change.Skills, Knowledge and Abilities IT skills including Microsoft Outlook and willingness to develop digital competencies.Ability to travel within the local geographical area to meet service needs.Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, and safeguarding frameworks.Knowledge of child protection policies, procedures, and legislation.Disclosure and Barring Service Check Applicants will be subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check.Salary £32,073 to £39,043 per year, mid point Band 5 (£34,592).This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applications may be withdrawn if sponsorship is required.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stoke-on-Trent

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English