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United Kingdom, Nottingham Employment contract 34592.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 20, 2026
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Job Description
We are seeking dynamic and innovative Registered Nurses or Midwives to undertake the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) leading to a qualification and NMC registration as either a SCPHN Health Visitor or SCPHN School Nurse. We welcome both internal and external applications from Nurses and Midwives who are passionate about pursuing a career working as a Specialist Practitioner within an integrated 0-19 childrens service. Please make it explicitly clear within your application if you are applying for the role of Student Health Visitor, or Student School Nurse. As a Student SCPHN, you can make a real difference to children, young people and their families, playing a significant role in safeguarding their health and wellbeing. Delivering the Healthy Child Programme (Department of Health, 2023) with the aim of reducing health inequalities, improving outcomes, and tackling public health issues. An integral part of the role also includes safeguarding children and young people whilst working collaboratively with partner agencies. SCPHNS work within an integrated 0-19 team, utilising their leadership skills to manage a caseload within their chosen speciality 0-5 (Health Visiting) or 5-19 (School Nursing). It is essential that applicants hold a full UK Driving License and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes throughout the course, to enable full travel across the city, in line with service delivery.
Job Responsibility
To undertake the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) programme as a student practitioner, integrating academic learning with clinical practice to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for professional registration
Completing a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) at the University of Derby while undertaking supervised clinical placement within Nottingham City
Working towards achieving the standards of proficiency set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for registration as either a SCPHN Health Visitor or SCPHN School Nurse
Applying theoretical learning to practice, contributing to safe, effective, and evidence-based care, and developing professional accountability in line with the NMC Code
Supporting the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme as part of an integrated 019 service, working under supervision to promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people, and families
Attend all formal University education and informal work-based learning sessions
Complete the academic requirements of the course as directed by the university and Clinical Educators
Work with the Clinical Educator (Practice Assessor) and Practice Supervisor to link theoretical knowledge in line with clinical practice
Communicate effectively with clients, carers, and all statutory, voluntary, and independent organisations
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation
Ensure that all clients needs are methodically assessed, plans of care are formulated and these are clearly documented and communicated to the practice team
Report all incidents and near misses appropriately
Agree clinical learning objectives for embedding theoretical learning in practice
Complete all academic work as set by the University
Requirements
1st level NMC Registration (Nurse or Midwife)
BSc/MSc In Nursing or Midwifery or recent study at BCs/MSc level to meet the University entry requirements
Evidence of additional Continuing Professional Development/Academic Study within the past 5 years
Post registration experience at time of application
Evidence of leadership or management
Experience of practicing within a challenging situation
Experience of sharing/delivering health promotion messages
Knowledge of safeguarding practice, policy, and procedures
Evidence of working with diverse or disadvantaged groups
All appointments are subject to satisfactory occupational health clearance
Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service
Full driving licence and the access to a car
Knowledge of local and national public health policies and priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Reflective Practitioner
Experience of health promotion and public health initiatives
Understanding of the principles of good leadership and its effect on teams
Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team, supporting others and challenging colleagues views and attitudes where necessary
Understanding of equality and diversity, protected characteristics and neurodiversity
Applicants must have current UK professional registration
Nice to have
Practice Assessor/Supervisor Training
Prescribing qualification (V100/V150/V300)
Experience of working in the community/ Public Health
Experience of working with children, young people, and families
Experience of situations where change management strategies have been used
18 months post registration experience at time of application
Experience or participation in safeguarding children, young people or adults
Experience of project management in practice
Knowledge or experience of mental health across the lifespan