Staff Nurse - Health Visiting

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Stretford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare organization is seeking Band 5 Staff Nurses in Stretford to join their Health Visiting Teams on a full-time, two-year fixed-term basis. Candidates must possess a degree-level nursing qualification and excellent communication skills. The role involves delivering the Healthy Child Programme and requires independent travel across the locality. A hybrid work environment with core service hours of Monday to Friday, 8.00 am – 5.30 pm will be provided.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive induction programme

Support for continuing professional development

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a positive attitude and flexibility.
• Ability to communicate well in a multi-agency environment.
• Must be able to travel independently across the locality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Healthy Child Programme.
• Work within Health Visiting Team to improve outcomes.
• Travel independently to other locations as needed.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Degree-level nursing qualification

Job description

Overview

We are Trafford Local Care Organisation - a public sector organisation bringing together NHS community health services and social care services within Trafford. We’re driven by the aim of improving the health of local people in Trafford by working across organisational boundaries. Our community healthcare teams in adults’ and children's services are employed by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and deployed to us, linking closely with our colleagues in Manchester Local Care Organisation. Our teams work as one and together we will make a substantial difference to the health of people in Trafford.

We are seeking motivated Band 5 Staff Nurses for an exciting role within our Health Visiting Teams. Working hours will be full-time (37.5 hours/week). We promote a flexible, hybrid working environment. The post is being offered as a two-year fixed-term contract.

The post holder will be working within the Health Visiting Team. You will be supported to apply for the year-long training for Specialist Community Public Health Nursing qualification (SCPHN) on the Health Visiting Pathway. This post presents an exciting opportunity to join an area team of Health Visitors, who work with children and their families to improve health and social outcomes and make a real difference in a true multi-agency environment. You will need to demonstrate a positive attitude, flexibility, and the ability to communicate well, and you will be part of the team delivering the Healthy Child Programme. Applications are welcome from degree-level nurses interested in developing their skills in working with children and families within a community public health and multi-agency environment. You must have good communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and be computer literate. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. Whilst successful applicants will primarily work within one team, all applicants may be required at times to work at other locations to ensure equitable service delivery. Core service hours are Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 5.30 pm. In return, we can offer a thorough induction programme and regular supervision, ensuring support with continuing professional development.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Michelle Hodgkinson Job title: HV Team Leader Email: [e-mail] Telephone: [phone]

Responsibilities

• Work within the Health Visiting Team to deliver the Healthy Child Programme and improve health and social outcomes for children and families in a multi-agency environment.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, flexibility, and effective communication; work as part of a team.
• Apply for the year-long SCPHN qualification on the Health Visiting Pathway when eligible.
• Travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.
• Support equitable service delivery by being available to work at other locations as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree-level nursing qualification.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team; computer literate.
• Ability to travel independently across the locality and access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.

Employment Details

• Band 5 Staff Nurse (Health Visiting Team).
• Full-time: 37.5 hours per week.
• Two-year fixed-term contract with flexible, hybrid working options.
• Core hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00 am – 5.30 pm.

Organisation Context

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, delivering integrated health and social care with a strong focus on research, innovation, and sustainability through initiatives like Hive and the Green Plan. We promote inclusion, equal opportunities, and a supportive environment for professional development.

Contact for further details

Name: Michelle Hodgkinson
Job title: HV Team Leader
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]