Community Health Nurse - Greenwich

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Band 5 Community Health Nurse for a fixed-term role focused on supporting children and families. This position offers valuable training opportunities and the chance to contribute to public health initiatives within the community, preparing candidates for further specialization in Community Public Health Nursing.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retail discounts

Blue Light Card

Low-interest personal loans

Lease car schemes

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Midwife with interest in Public Health Nursing.
• Willingness to undertake further training and CPD.
• Commitment to apply for SCPHN within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the Healthy Child Programme.
• Conduct assessments and provide health advice.
• Make home visits and liaise with GPs.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Good IT skills

Reflective practitioner

Education

Registered Nurse or Midwife

Post-graduate experience in Nursing or Midwifery

Job description

Band 5 Community Health Nurse - Fixed term - 12 mths

£34,521 - £41,956 pro rata per annum, inclusive of HCAS

JOB SUMMARY

• We are seeking dedicated professionals to join our health visiting team, supporting children and families within a defined community. This role focuses on improving health and life outcomes by delivering care packages following assessment by a Health Visitor.
• As part of the team, you will support Health Visitors and Community Nursery Nurses in delivering the Healthy Child Programme (0-5 years)
• During your time in this role, you will gain high-quality exposure and training, preparing you to apply for a Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) programme in September 2026, either internally or externally through Bromley Healthcare.
• If you choose to apply for the SCPHN programme, you must submit a formal application, as this role does not guarantee acceptance. The programme is taught at Level 7 (Master's level) and applicants should be prepared for the academic rigor involved. The selection process is highly competitive, and candidates will need to attend an additional interview in 2026.
• As this is a fixed-term contract, if you decide not to apply for the SCPHN programme, your contract with Bromley Healthcare will end in September 2026.
• Internal applicants have the opportunity to apply for this role on a secondment basis.

Interviews expected to be held week commencing 16th June 2025

Main duties of the job

• This is a fixed-term position for a minimum of 12 months, ideal for individuals with a strong interest in children's public health nursing who aspire to a career in Health Visiting.
• To support the delivery of the Local Health Visiting offer, including the Healthy Child Programme.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Work as an independent practitioner within a skill-mixed team, supporting staff as needed.
• Undertake delegated work promptly and efficiently.
• Identify children and/or families with additional needs, referring to other agencies/teams for support and intervention as appropriate.
• Provide health advice and signpost children and families to local community resources.
• Undertake developmental assessments and 6-8 week reviews when trained and competent.
• Deliver health promotion activities and targeted interventions.
• Follow safeguarding protocols to ensure children's safety.
• Carry out early intervention, safeguarding, and multi-disciplinary health referrals.
• Conduct home visits as part of health objectives.
• Liaise with GPs and Primary Care Team members as appropriate.

About us

Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.

Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, including pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), retail discounts, Blue Light Card, low-interest personal loans, and lease car schemes. We continually enhance our employee benefits.

Job description & responsibilities

Main responsibilities include supporting the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, working independently within a team, supporting staff, identifying additional needs, providing health advice, conducting assessments, delivering health promotion, ensuring safeguarding, making home visits, liaising with GPs, and supporting monitoring of child growth and development.

Qualifications and experience

• Registered Nurse or Midwife.
• Willing to undertake further training and CPD.
• Interest in Public Health Nursing / Community work.
• Post-graduate experience in Nursing or Midwifery.
• Commitment to applying for SCPHN within 12 months.

Skills and attributes

• Reflective, emotionally intelligent, and supportive practitioner.
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize.
• Team player with collaborative skills.
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office).

Knowledge

• Understanding of NMC Code of Conduct.
• Awareness of NHS pressures related to Public Health.

Personal qualities

• Positive, enthusiastic, and flexible.
• Interest in health promotion and reducing inequalities.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Additional requirements

This role is subject to a DBS check. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. Bromley Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. The post is based in Greenwich Borough, with details available on the NHS Careers website.