Community Nursery Nurse

NHS North West London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust in London is recruiting a Band 4 Community Nursery Nurse to join the 0–19 Public Health Team. You will work with Health Visitors and the multidisciplinary team to deliver the Healthy Child Programme and provide practical health promotion and early intervention support.

This permanent, full-time role offers opportunities to work in community settings across nurseries, homes, and clinics, with a focus on safeguarding and helping families give children

Qualifications

• N.N.E.B./ BTEC Diploma in Child Care or NVQ level 3 or equivalent required.
• Diploma level in a health-related subject preferred.
• Experience working with children and families in health, educational or social care settings.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Knowledge of normal child development, parenting skills and play.

Responsibilities

• Delivering delegated elements of the Healthy Child Programme with the team.
• Supporting parents and carers with advice on child development, nutrition, breastfeeding and weaning, positive parenting, sleep, play and toilet training.
• Promoting early childhood development and school readiness.
• Working with children and families across community settings, including homes, clinics, nurseries and children's centres.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to service quality and improvement.
• Escalating safeguarding concerns per Trust policies.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Teaching skills (children, parents)

IT skills (Word, Excel)

Observation skills

Confidentiality

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative

Education

N.N.E.B./ BTEC Diploma in Child Care or NVQ in Child Care level 3 or equivalent

Educated to Diploma level in a health-related subject

Job description

Putting community at the heart of everything we do.

Proud to be a prospective advanced foundation trust, CLCH is one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, employing more than 4,500 staff and caring for more than four million people across London and Hertfordshire. We believe in working together to give children a better start and adults greater independence. Our diverse team of professionals supports patients at every stage of their lives, from health visiting for newborn babies to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care.

By joining CLCH, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities and are committed to your professional development and well-being.

To join us and help make a real difference in the communities we work in, browse our latest jobs and opportunities below.

Main area Community Nursery Nurse Grade Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Mondays to Friday, 09:00 AM to 17:00PM) Job ref 824-ONW-8261591-A

Site Sudbury Primary Care Centre Town London Salary £33,262 - £36,027 Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 09/11/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and compassionate Band 4 Community Nursery Nurse to join our 0–19 Public Health Team at Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust.

Are you passionate about supporting children and families, promoting healthy development and making a positive difference during the early years of a child's life? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Working alongside Health Visitors and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will play an important role in delivering the Healthy Child Programme, providing practical advice, health promotion and early intervention support to children and families.

You will support parents and carers with key aspects of child development, including nutrition, positive parenting, speech and language development, play, sleep and school readiness.

The role offers opportunities to work across community settings, including family homes, clinics, nurseries and children's centres, while building strong partnerships with families and local services.

We are looking for someone with a Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent, relevant experience working with children and families, and a genuine commitment to improving health outcomes.

Join us and help give children the healthiest possible start in life!

Main duties of the job

As a Band 4 Community Nursery Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, working alongside Health Visitors and the wider 0–19 Public Health Team to improve health outcomes for children and families.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering delegated elements of the Healthy Child Programme, providing high-quality, child-centred care and health promotion.
• Supporting parents and carers with advice on child development, nutrition, breastfeeding and weaning, positive parenting, sleep, play and toilet training
• Promoting early childhood development, identifying developmental concerns and supporting children's school readiness.
• Working with children and families across community settings, including homes, clinics, nurseries and children's centres.
• Building effective relationships with Health Visitors, families, early years providers and other healthcare professionals.
• Recognising safeguarding concerns and escalating appropriately in accordance with Trust policies.
• Planning, delivering and evaluating health promotion activities to improve outcomes for children and families.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to service quality, audits and continuous improvement.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP. WE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE EMPLOYER SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN THE UK.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP. WE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE EMPLOYER SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN THE UK.

Person specification

Education /Qalification

• N.N.E.B./ BTEC Diploma in Child Care or NVQ in Child Care level 3 or equivalent
• Educated to Diploma level in a health-related subject.

Experience

• Experience of working with children and families in a formal health, educational or social care setting
• Evidence of ongoing training in Early Years
• Experience of working as a team member and on own
• Experience of leading group work
• Experience of working in the NHS

Skills & Knowledge

• Basic skills in numeracy and literacy.
• IT skills including Word, Excel.
• Ability to assess a situation, identifying any risk or potential problem and act appropriately
• Knowledge of safeguarding children
• Knowledge of normal child development, parenting skills and the importance of play
• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Able to make and record observations of children’s behaviour and development
• Ability to demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn new skills and put them into practice
• Enthusiastic proactive and motivated, uses own initiative
• Maintains high level of confidentiality
• Basic understanding of community health care services
• Teaching skills (children, parents)

Key Attributes

• Must be able to travel across Borough using any method of transport.
• Must be able to negotiate stairs and carry equipment required for the role.

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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