Specialist Community Public Health Nurse 5-19

NHS; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Hitchin is seeking a full-time Specialist Community Public Health Nurse to lead the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme. The role involves supervising a diverse team, working directly with children and families to promote health, and requires a registered nurse qualification. In addition to competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement, the position offers continuous training opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Training opportunities including leadership development

Generous contributory pension

NHS Discounts

Qualifications

• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children procedures and relevant legislation.
• Evidence of leadership in service change/redesign.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise members of the Public Health Nursing team.
• Work with children, young people, and families to promote healthcare.
• Participate in local health promotion activities and liaison meetings.

Skills

Excellent written communication skills

Confident, independent practitioner

Skilled team player

Education

Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nursing)

Registered Nurse/ direct entry Midwifery qualification

Current registration with NMC

Tools

IT literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Are you a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN)? The School Nursing Team in North Herts and Stevenage is recruiting a full-time SCPHN.

This role enables you to fulfil your Public Health responsibilities by delivering the 5-19 Healthy Child Programme (HCP) and working with SCPHNs, Team Leaders and Clinical Leads across Hertfordshire to improve the quality of services for children and young people. Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust (HCT) supports staff development with leadership courses, restorative and safeguarding supervision. This post is also suitable for newly qualified SCPHN School Nurse students.

Key responsibilities

To lead and supervise members of the Public Health Nursing 5-19 team to deliver universal, targeted and specialist care to children and young people, following the Healthy Child and Young People Public Health Nursing Programme. The post holder will work with children, young people and families within school, community, or home settings to promote healthcare needs and help children reach their full potential. The role includes safeguarding responsibilities, health assessments for Children Looked After and Safeguarded children, and duties including triage, planning and delivery of healthcare in line with Trust Guidelines and the Healthy Child Programme. Demonstrate an evidence-based approach to practice, support the Team Lead and Clinical Quality Lead, participate in local liaison meetings, health promotion activities, appraisals and one-to-one supervision. Promote effective teamwork, diversity and inclusivity to support good working practices and outcomes.

About us

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust values staff and offers a range of benefits. We prioritise patient, family and carer-centred care with a vision of Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. The vacancy may close early if there is high interest, so please apply promptly. Informal visits to meet the team are welcome and there is support for adaptations (e.g., Read Aloud). Vaccination is encouraged where not legally required.

Details

Date posted: 19 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per year (pro rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Bedford Road Health Centre, Bedford Road, Hitchin, SG5 1HF

Job responsibilities

Our service:

• Is committed to delivering a high quality service to children, young people and families as a 0-19 service.
• Works with individual children and young people and develops local public health plans with schools and the wider community.
• Embraces technology and uses an electronic health needs assessment process to identify individuals requiring early intervention pathways.
• Uses ChatHealth text messaging service for 11-19 year olds and a text service for parents/carers.
• Has implemented two health websites for use by children, young people, families and professionals.
• Promotes use of social media to connect with children, young people and families.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a confident, independent practitioner
• Be a skilled team player able to lead a diverse team
• Have excellent communication skills for clients, professionals and staff
• Have experience of electronic record keeping (training provided)
• Hold a full valid driving licence and access to a car for business purposes (unless exempt by Equality Act 2010)
• Require an enhanced child and adult DBS certificate

In return we offer:

• Training opportunities including leadership development
• Restorative, management and safeguarding supervision
• Generous contributory pension
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• Special Leave for family and personal reasons
• NHS Car Lease Scheme, Eye Care Vouchers, Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Discounts and a supportive, innovative organisation

Person Specification

Essential qualifications

• Registered Nurse/ direct entry Midwifery qualification
• Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nursing)
• Current registration with NMC
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Evidence of leadership in service change/redesign
• Mentorship and preceptorship/ENB 998 or other recognised teaching/assessment qualification or willingness to undertake
• Nurse prescribing qualification (V100, V150)
• IT literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office

Essential experience

• Knowledge of safeguarding children procedures and relevant legislation
• Knowledge of integrated practice and Families First process

Essential skills

• Excellent written communication skills, including record keeping (electronic and manual), report writing, data collection and evaluations

Other

• Full, valid UK driving licence and access to a car for business purposes (unless exempt by Equality Act 2010)

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order) 1975. UK registration and sponsorship information apply as part of the recruitment process.