SCPHN Student Health Visitors/School Nurses

Job summary

Do you want to make a difference to Children, Young People and Families?

Have you ever thought about a career as a Health Visitor or School Nurse?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The trust is looking for forward thinking, creative, dynamic and enthusiastic nurses or midwives that are passionate about Health Visiting or School Nursing.

We have severalfully funded places at Birmingham City University (BCU) for Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting or School Nursing), which will be at Master's level. There will be a balance of theory and practice learning opportunities.

Successful applicants will be employed as a mid point band 5; under an MPFT fixed term contract for the duration of the course which will run from February 2026 until February 2027.

MPFT will endeavour to recruit SCPHN students into permanent posts within Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent on the successful completion of the course. Qualified Health Visitors and School Nurses are appointed as Band 6.

There will be two virtual information events about our service and the Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Course for Health Visiting and School Nursing on September 8th 10.00 to 11.00 or September 9th 10.00-11.00 please send an email togemma.harrison@mpft.nhs.ukfor link to event

The interview will be conducted in two parts: one part being a formal interview and the other being a panel discussion. These will both take place on the same day.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of the 0-19 Health Visiting and School Nursing Service, you will support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme in accordance with national and local strategy/guidance. This includes the provision of conducting universal mandated contacts and packages of care in line with evidence-based practice.

You will collaborate with partner agencies to identify and safeguard vulnerable children, contributing to the formulation of care plans in alignment with local policies and professional standards. As a SCPHN in Health Visiting or School Nursing, you will contribute to the completion of agreed outcomes for your delegated Child Protection cases in agreement with the multi-agency care plan and have regular communication with other agencies.

Throughout the course and placements, you will develop and grow confidence in your leadership abilities and skills, becoming a competent public health practitioner. You will have a willingness to engage with digital technologies, developing your skills and competencies in this area.

On completion of the course, MPFT offer the opportunity for qualified Health Visitors and Schools Nurses to complete a Transfer of Fields course providing the competencies and knowledge to further extend your skills and knowledge, enabling Specialist Practitioners to support children throughout their journey from childhood into young adulthood.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.