School Nurse Team Lead

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health organization in Manchester is seeking a Team Lead for the School Health Service to oversee clinical and operational functions. Candidates must be a registered nurse with a BSc in SCPHN, extensive school nursing experience, and proven leadership skills. This full-time role offers a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 annually, with opportunities for professional development. The position supports children's health across Manchester through collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Substantial school nursing experience at Band 6 or above.
• Evidence of leading change in practice.
• Experience of effective team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical and operational leadership.
• Work closely with other Team Leads.
• Support service delivery and team development.

Skills

Good communication skills

Understanding of research/evidence-based practice

Good organisational skills

Appraisal and supervision skills

IT literate

Education

First level Registered Nurse Adult/Child

BSc (Hons) SCPHN [SN]

Mentorship qualification/998 or equivalent

Management/leadership qualification

Job description

Job Summary

School Health Service, part of the Children's Community Health Services Directorate in Manchester Local Care Organisation, operates citywide across Manchester working in partnership with schools to improve the health outcomes of children, young people and their families. The School Health Service consists of several teams: Healthy Child Programme (HCP), School Health Screening Team; Healthy Schools Programme; and the Healthy Weight Team, contributing to tackling health inequalities by addressing the city's key public health priorities for children.

Main Duties

This Team Lead post is responsible for the day‑to‑day clinical and operational leadership of one of the four child focused functions. The post will be subject to review and is rotational to provide the opportunity for professional development and to support service delivery. It will also work together with the Team Leads of the other Functions, with the Heads of Service and the Lead Manager to form the School Health Services Management Team.

About Us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000-plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services and the home of the Oxford Road Campus in Manchester – the largest health academic campus in Europe – MFT is forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working, empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for patients. You will be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you will find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development to help you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We will support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted: 02 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 349-LCO-7655646C-RL4

Job Locations

Wythenshawe Offices

Stancliffe Road

Wythenshawe Manchester

M22 4PJ

Job Responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Person Specification

Education and Professional Qualifications (Essential)

• First level Registered Nurse Adult/Child
• BSc (Hons) SCPHN [SN]
• Mentorship qualification/998 or equivalent
• Management/leadership qualification

Education and Professional Qualifications (Desirable)

• V100/V150 qualification and registered with NMC

Experience (Essential)

• Substantial school nursing experience at Band 6 or above
• Evidence of leading change in practice
• Experience of effective team leadership
• Experience of staff development
• Evidence of managing a team of staff for a substantial period

Skills / Ability (Essential)

• Good communication skills
• Understanding of research/evidence-based practice
• Good organisational skills
• Appraisal and supervision skills
• Evidence of involvement with vulnerable and child protection issues
• Research and development skills
• IT literate e.g. word processing, email and internet use
• Experience of managing staff performance

Knowledge and Understanding (Essential)

• Detailed knowledge of health and social care policy relating to children's services, including safeguarding
• Detailed knowledge of local and national policies relating to the school nursing service and the public health agenda
• Detailed knowledge of local and national strategies relating to NCMP and School Entry Screening
• Maintain an up‑to‑date knowledge and skills base which reflects evidence based practice
• Understanding of need for confidentiality

Knowledge and Understanding (Desirable)

• Detailed knowledge of local and national strategies relating to the school aged Immunisation Programme

Other Requirements (Essential)

• Ability to motivate others / self
• Ability to work under pressure
• Car driver/owner and willing and able to travel city wide for work purposes; may include occasional regional/national travel
• Flexible working to meet the demands of the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Wythenshawe Offices

Stancliffe Road

Wythenshawe Manchester

M22 4PJ

Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/