Support Worker – NHS Band 3 | UK Visa Sponsorship Available

Techwaka; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Shropshire is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join their school nursing team. This full-time role focuses on delivering health education, supporting children and families, and promoting public health across the region. With flexible working hours, this opportunity offers career growth and a chance to make a real impact.

Benefits

Flexible, family-friendly working hours

Supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Opportunities for career development

Visa sponsorship for eligible applicants

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in community settings essential.
• Ability to apply public health knowledge in practice.
• Access to a vehicle for work-related travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health education and public health promotion.
• Travel to schools and community sites in Shropshire.
• Support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of child development

IT skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education

Job description

Salary: £24,000 – £33,000 per annum
Location: Whitchurch and Central Shropshire, United Kingdom
Employer: Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust
Job Type: Full-time, Term-time or All-Year Options

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is seeking experienced and compassionate Support Workers to join our expanding school nursing team. If you're passionate about working with children, young people, and families, and are looking to grow your healthcare career in the UK, this is your opportunity. Visa sponsorship is available for eligible international candidates.

About the Role

This role supports children and families across the Shropshire region through public health education, health promotion, and multi-agency collaboration. You will work Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, with flexible working patterns including term-time contracts to support your work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver health education and public health promotion under the guidance of nurses and practitioners
• Travel to schools, homes, and community sites across Whitchurch and central Shropshire
• Work closely with vulnerable individuals and multi-agency partners
• Provide consistent, evidence-based health information to families
• Support the delivery of the 0–19 Healthy Child Programme

Requirements

• Essential:
  • Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education (or equivalent)
  • Significant experience working with children in community settings
  • Ability to communicate effectively with different age groups
  • Knowledge of child development and child protection
  • IT skills and ability to apply public health knowledge to practice
  • Access to your own vehicle for work-related travel
• Desirable:
  • Understanding of the Healthy Child Programme
  • Experience managing children’s behaviour and engaging families in care decisions

Visa Sponsorship Information

This role qualifies under the Health and Care Worker visa. The new salary threshold of £23,200 applies. Please ensure you meet UK Home Office requirements before applying.

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About the Trust

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust provides vital community-based health services across Shropshire and surrounding areas. We value equity, diversity, and inclusion and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Why Join Us

• Flexible, family-friendly working hours
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunities for career development
• Visa sponsorship for eligible applicants

Apply today and join a team committed to improving the health and well-being of children and families across Shropshire.

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