Public Health Nurse Trainee & Health Visitor Pathway

Somerset County Council; Curry Rivel; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government health service in England seeks a qualified nurse or midwife for a Public Health Nursing role. The position offers in-depth training and a pathway to a Specialist Public Health Community Nurse qualification. Responsibilities include delivering health programs to families, assessing child development, and promoting well-being. Benefits include flexible working, development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Join us to make a significant impact in public health across Somerset.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working patterns

Employee Assistance Program

Pension Scheme benefits

Staff discounts in gyms

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse or midwife needed.
• Completion of SCPHN qualification expected.
• Experience in public health or community health roles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Healthy Child Programme for children aged 0-5.
• Assess child development and engage with families.
• Promote health and wellbeing to families.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Evidence-based interventions

Child development assessment

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Specialist Public Health Community Nursing

Job description

A local government health service in England seeks a qualified nurse or midwife for a Public Health Nursing role. The position offers in-depth training and a pathway to a Specialist Public Health Community Nurse qualification. Responsibilities include delivering health programs to families, assessing child development, and promoting well-being. Benefits include flexible working, development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Join us to make a significant impact in public health across Somerset.