Trainee School Nurse (SCPHN)

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Sites (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Forth Valley is seeking an enthusiastic registered nurse or midwife to train as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse – School Nurse through a 52-week Post Graduate Diploma with Queen Margaret University (QMU), Edinburgh.

The programme blends university study with practice-based learning, supported in NHS Forth Valley, with a pathway to a substantive Band 7 School Nurse post on successful completion and SCPHN registration.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or midwife with current NMC registration.
• Meet academic entry requirements for the QMU programme.
• Good communication skills and commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Join SCPHN School Nurse training through a 52-week Post Graduate Diploma.
• Develop assessment of health needs, health promotion, safeguarding and partnerships while in training.
• Travel across the service area as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional development

Willingness to travel

Job description

This post offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse or midwife to undertake training to become a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) – School Nurse within NHS Forth Valley. The successful candidate will undertake the Post Graduate Diploma in Health Visiting/School Nursing (Person-centred Practice) with Queen Margaret University (QMU), Edinburgh. The 52-week programme combines university and practice-based learning, with trainees supported in practice within NHS Forth Valley. The post will be offered on a training basis under Annex 21 arrangements, with successful candidates progressing to a substantive Band 7 School Nurse SCPHN post following successful completion of the programme and achievement of the required SCPHN registration. During training, the post holder will work alongside experienced School Nurses and the wider team, developing the knowledge and skills required to provide a safe, person-centred and effective service to school-aged children, young people and their families. The trainee will develop experience in assessing health needs, health promotion, early intervention, safeguarding and partnership working, including working collaboratively with Education, Social Work and other health and partner agencies. Applicants must be a registered nurse or midwife with current NMC registration and meet the academic entry requirements for the QMU programme. We are looking for candidates with effective communication skills, a commitment to professional development and a genuine interest in improving the health and wellbeing of children, young people and families. Applicants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the QMU programme and academic entry requirements prior to applying. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a 1,500-word admissions essay as part of the selection process. Due to the geographical area covered by the service, the ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential.

Informal Enquiries To

Michele Kelly Team Leader for School Nursing, Telephone – 07970650318

Amanda Kiely, Clinical Nurse Manager, Telephone - 07483549014

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

This post will be considered as in training position under Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change terms & conditions. For more information, please visit the following link: NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook | NHS Employers. Specifically, ‘Chapter 30. Annex 21 – Arrangements for pay and banding of trainees’ in relation to this vacancy.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley may be able to offer sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. If you are currently working in the UK on a Skilled Worker visa, transitional arrangements may apply. Please note that sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks. For further information on visa requirements and sponsorship eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance.

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.