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Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Bury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust in Bury invites applications for a Staff Nurse in School Health. You will join a vibrant school nursing team, contribute to the Healthy Child Programme, and support children and families across settings.

The role offers induction, mentorship, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive NHS environment, with a focus on safeguarding, line management, and collaborative working.

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse with commitment to school health and public health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a diverse school health service for children and families across settings.

Job description

School Health - Staff Nurse | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Are you a qualified nurse eager to embark on an exciting journey in a vibrant and forward-thinking School Nursing team? We want YOU to be part of our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families.

As a member of our supportive team, you'll benefit from a comprehensive induction program, dedicated mentorship, and an environment that fosters growth and collaboration. We’re committed to your success, offering robust appraisal and personal development programs, along with opportunities for continued professional development to help you thrive in your career!

If you're innovative, adaptable, and a true team player, this is your chance to shine! Here, you won’t just be a nurse; you'll be a vital part of a passionate team working together to promote health, wellbeing, and educational success among young people.

Come make a difference and enhance your professional and personal skills in a role that is rewarding.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people? We are seeking a passionate individual to join our dynamic multi-agency team dedicated to helping young individuals reach their full potential—physically, emotionally, and socially—through education and healthy lifestyles.

In this vital role, you’ll be at the forefront of developing, leading, and delivering a diverse array of services tailored to children and their families across various settings. You'll be instrumental in providing a public health service aimed at enhancing the well-being of families in Bury, all while fostering powerful partnerships within the community.

Your expertise will ensure the effective delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, laying the foundation for healthier futures. You’ll manage a safeguarding caseload, ensuring the safety and protection of the most vulnerable among us.

In addition, take pride in providing line management within our committed team, cultivating an environment of collaboration, growth, and excellence.

If you’re excited about championing the health and development of children and young people while working within a supportive network of professionals, we want to hear from you! Join us and help shape brighter futures today.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire- to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

Join Our Dynamic School Nursing Team

Company: Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: Not specified

Hours: Part-time

Location: Bury, BL9 8RN

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 9 Sept 2026

Closing date: 9 Oct 2026

Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

This advert closes on Wednesday 16 Sep 2026

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