About this role
Job summary
Student SCPHN (Health Visitor and School Nursing)
Band 5, 1 year Fixed Term Contract
Our 0-19 integrated service works to achieve the best outcomes for our children, young people and families living in the borough through the Healthy Child Programme. As a result we are looking for qualified registered nurses and midwives who are passionate and motivated to train as specialist public health nurses for Health Visiting or School Nursing.
The entry requirements for the 12 month programme are:
Qualified registered nurse or midwife with an active NMC registration willing to undertake a fully funded one year academic course at the University. BSc 2:2 degree (or above) qualification equivalent to 360 credits at level 6 or evidence of previous education and learning to this level (If unsure of the above please contact the university) Applicants must be able to travel independently and have access to a vehicle for business purposes throughout the course. Where necessary, adjustments will be made in accordance with the Equality Act This is a fully funded and salaried course starting in January 2027 (comprising 50% academic and 50% clinical placement in accordance with university and Trust regulations) subject to confirmation by Health Education England.
Interviews: tbc
Main duties of the job
To work towards gaining the standards of proficiency for entry to the NMC register/recordable for Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN).
To provide the Student with a learning environment that will enable them to develop knowledge, skills and competencies to take on the role of a qualified Specialist Community Public Health Nurse within a defined pathway.
To gain the knowledge and skills and competencies required in order to exercise higher levels of judgement, discretion and decision making in clinical care focusing on four broad areas:
Clinical Practice Community Engagement Clinical Practice Development Leadership in Clinical Practice
The SCPHN sponsorship is a development post building on existing knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve a higher level of practice resulting in an academic qualification as well as a registerable/recordable qualification with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
About us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting documents Job Description and Person Specification which contain more information about the role.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
Current NMC Registration for nursing or midwifery: adult nurse, children's nurse BSc 2:2 degree (or above) qualification equivalent to 360 credits at level 6 or evidence of previous education and learning to this level. Evidence of recent continual professional development ALL sections of application form completed FULLY according to written guidelines Literacy and Numeracy at the level of the National Qualifications Framework at level 1-2 for Numeracy (equivalent of GCSE) and 3-4 for Literacy (equivalent of A level).
Desirable
BSc 2:1 degree or above
Knowledge Essential
Good understanding of the public health agenda and recent policy developments & working in community settings Knowledge of local and national policies which influence the provision of health visiting or knowledge required to work with this client group Current knowledge of safeguarding issues Good understanding of the role of the SCPHN Health Visitor and School Nursing and the healthy Child Programme
Desirable
Ability to demonstrate good leadership skills Knowledge of quality issues, the audit process and clinical governance
Experience Essential
Experience of working within multi-disciplinary teams Evidence of involvement in the management of difficult situations and conflict resolution Evidence of working effectively within a team Evidence of working without direct supervision and managing own workload
Desirable
Experience of working with children and families Experience of working in the community
Skills and Abilities Essential
Academic ability to study independently at degree or postgraduate level Good computer literacy skills e.g. Microsoft word, excel Excellent, adaptable communication skills both written and verbal Demonstrate ability to adapt to working within a changing environment Demonstrate knowledge of research - based practice Evidence of supporting equality and valuing diversity in own practice
Desirable
Ability to support children and families to make informed decisions in relation to their health and well-being
Other Factors Essential
To have a valid UK driving licence and be a car driver To be able to access a car for work purposes To be able to travel across Croydon and surrounding Boroughs
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Address Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
530 London Road
Croydon University Hospital
CR7 7YE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)