HGH19888 School Nursing Services Band 5

NHS Highland; Newcastle Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 452 000 - 565 000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Inverness is seeking a part-time School Nurse to deliver universal child health programmes for school-aged children. The role involves planning immunisation programmes and collaborating with education colleagues. Ideal candidates will have experience in child health services and be able to conduct health assessments. The position is permanent, with a salary range between £20,038 and £24,966 pro rata, reflecting a commitment to health and equity in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering health programmes for school-aged children and young people.
• Ability to plan and coordinate child health services.
• Understanding of the national practice model for health assessments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver universal child health programmes within school and community settings.
• Plan and coordinate the school-age immunisation programme.
• Collaborate with education colleagues on health assessments.

Skills

Child health programmes

Immunisation coordination

Health assessment

Collaboration with education colleagues

Job description

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.

Location: Inverness

Organisation: Highland Health & Social Care

Post Title: School Nursing Services Band 5

Hours: Part‑time 22.3 hours per week

Salary Scale: Band 5 £20,038 – £24,966 p.a. (£33,247 – £41,424 pro rata)

Position Type: Permanent

Application Note: NHS application forms will not be accepted; see below to apply.

Responsibilities: Working as part of a Family Team to deliver universal child health programmes for school‑aged children and young people (5‑19 years) within school and community settings, including the planning and coordination of the school‑age immunisation programme. In conjunction with the School Nurse, working with education colleagues in their role as the Named Persons and contributing to the development of the Child’s Plan through health assessment using the national practice model.

Contact for Discussion: Sharon McDonald (Email: [e-mail])

Application Details: Application Forms and Job Descriptions are available online here: https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/450199. If you are unable to apply online and wish to request an offline application, please contact the HR Transactions Team on 01955 608279 (24‑hour Voicemail) quoting the post reference number HGH19888.

Reference: Please quote reference in the subject line of your email HGH19888. Closing date for completed applications: Monday 8th December 2025.