SCPHN School Health Nurse

Oxford Health NHS Trust; Witney; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a highly motivated School Health Nurse to deliver health care promoting well-being for children and young people. You will provide comprehensive health assessments and work closely with parents and educators to ensure positive health outcomes. Ideal candidates will hold a First Level Registered Nurse qualification and possess strong clinical and communication skills. This role offers health benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS Discount

Lease car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Mental Health First Aiders

Qualifications

• Demonstrates IT knowledge and skills.
• Experience of inter-agency working.
• Caring and compassionate attitude towards health and wellbeing of children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive health assessments.
• Provide tailored health advice and interventions.
• Work collaboratively with multiagency partners.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong clinical skills

Experience in community or school nursing

Ability to work autonomously

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

First Level Registered Nurse

Specialist Community Public Health Nurse or equivalent

Nurse prescriber V100 module (or prepared to obtain within 2 years)

Practice assessor/supervisor

Job description

Are you a highly motivated and dynamic nurse passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Join our dedicated NHS team and play a vital role in shaping the future of our 0-19 Child and Young People service.

As a School Health Nurse, you will be at the forefront of delivering the 5-19 Healthy Child Programme, providing evidence-based, skilled nursing care within both primary and secondary school settings. Your work will be central to promoting health, well-being, and positive outcomes for children and young people across our community.

We have a 37.5 hour/week, all year round post in the West Locality (Burford, Carterton, Witney & Eynsham)

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive health assessments.
• Provide tailored health advice and interventions addressing physical, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Work collaboratively with parents/carers, teachers, and multiagency partners including social care, mental health services, and primary care to support the holistic health needs of children and young people.
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring children and young people are protected and supported.
• Support young people's transition phases and promote self-care, resilience, and independence.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to data collection and evaluation to improve service delivery and outcomes.

Who We Are Looking ForWe require a dedicated and passionate Specialist Community Public Health Nurse

• Is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care that meets the unique needs of children, young people, and families.
• Has strong clinical skills and the ability to work autonomously and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with young people, families, and professionals.
• Is proactive, adaptable, and driven by achieving positive health outcomes.
• Has experience in community or school nursing, safeguarding, and child health promotion.

If you are passionate about empowering children, young people, and families to achieve their best health outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

About us

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Job responsibilities

Please review the attached Job Description & Person Specification for a full overview of the role responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications - academic/professional

• First Level Registered Nurse
• Specialist Community Public Health or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Nurse prescriber V100 module or equivalent (or prepared to obtain qualification within 2 years)
• Practice assessor/supervisor

Knowledge Requirement

• Evidence of current requirements knowledge of National and Local policies and relevant research and the ability to relate it to practice
• Demonstrates IT knowledge and skills.

Further training or job-related aptitude and skills

• Excellent communicator with a high level of interpersonal and organisational skills
• Clinical Supervisor
• Sexual Health qualification or experience

Experience

• Experience of inter-agency working
• A caring and compassionate attitude about the health and wellbeing of children, families, and communities, based on dignity, empathy and respect for the rights and needs of others.

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.