Specialist Community Public Health Nurse: School Nurse

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a lead nurse to manage complex situations and support a mixed-skill team in delivering safe, effective care. The role involves representing the service in strategic initiatives and driving service improvements, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. Excellent benefits and a commitment to professional development make this an inviting position.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Strong background in mentorship and ongoing professional development.
• Confident in fast-paced environments, with in-depth knowledge of children's health.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads and guide a skill-mixed team.
• Represent the service in strategic initiatives and foster partnerships.
• Champion safe, effective care and drive service improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Team Leader. This role supports the Team Leader in managing complex situations, including investigations related to disciplinary matters and other concerns, in line with Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust (SCNHSFT) policies and the established governance framework.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads, guide a skill-mixed team, and support governance processes.
• As the lead nurse, represent the service in strategic initiatives, foster multi-agency partnerships, and champion safe, effective care. Lead change, drive service improvement, and provide leadership in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and a full driving licence.
• Solid background in mentorship and a strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Confident in fast-paced settings, with effective leadership and in-depth knowledge of the health needs of children, young people, and their families.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

About Sheffield Children's

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children\'s Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise. We\'re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children\'s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we\'re excited to keep building our leadership in children\'s health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

Benefits

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.