About this role
Job summary
Job Title: Health VisitorWorking Pattern: Full-time posts available in East Lindsey North and South, Gainsborough, Lincoln South, Spalding Rural and Boston; 22.5 hours posts available in Sleaford and Boston (pro rata)Location: East Lindsey North and South, Gainsborough, Lincoln South, Spalding Rural, Boston and SleafordClosing Date: 27th SeptemberInterviews to be held on or around WC 5th October 2026
We are seeking to recruit motivated practitioners with initiative and drive who are keen to contribute to the further development of our integrated children's health service. The Children's Health Team work within Lincolnshire County Council very closely with Children's Services (Children's Centres, Early Help, Social Care and Family Hubs) and other agencies. Our aim is to improve outcomes and reduce health inequalities for children, young people and their families in our care. Due to our integrated ways of working, we are able to provide a comprehensive package of care to ensure that our children are able to achieve their full potential. We deliver our service in different environments such as within the home, childrens centres and schools.
Full time posts in East Lindsey North and South, Gainsborough, Lincoln South, Spalding Rural and Boston.
22.5 hour posts in Sleaford and Boston.
Main duties of the job
1 To deliver an efficient and cost effective Health Visiting service for an identified population within Lincolnshire County Council
2 To deliver the Healthy Child Programme 0-6 and provide clinical expert advice andguidance as appropriate for own area of expertise within the 6-19 (25 SEND) Childrens Health Service
3 To focus early interventions based on timely and comprehensive assessment of a child and their family's needs.
4 To plan, deliver and evaluate health visiting interventions for a defined populationand hold responsibility for the assessment of health care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care relating to individuals and families and their communities.
5 Undertake health assessments and child development reviews, identifying any deviations from the norm and taking appropriate action
6 Utilise specialist clinical skills using evidence based practice to identify any risks and needs in protecting children and adhere to agreed safeguarding policies and procedure identify children in need and children in need of protection and work in partnership with all partner agencies to support families and protect children
8 To profile the health needs of an identified population, target services to meet the needs of disadvantaged groups, deliver innovation and new ways of working in accordance with local and national targets and evaluate effective outcomes of any intervention
About us
Lincolnshire County Council, is one of the largest employers in the county. We are an organisation that embraces diversity, innovation and progress. We value our people and want to ensure that we can support you in joining and growing with us.
We will view you as an integral member of our community and recognise that your well-being is paramount. To show our appreciation, weve crafted a competitive package designed to not only acknowledge your hard work but also foster a healthy work-life balance.
From health benefits and retirement plans, we strive to provide a package that supports well-being and financial stability and that meets the diverse needs of our workforce.
We want everyone who works with us to feel included and celebrate their uniqueness. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation, and promoting good relations for both employee and for the people of Lincolnshire.
People often say every day is a learning day and at LCC a culture of learning is something we really believe in. We recognise the importance of supporting your learning and development and can offer a variety of different learning opportunities depending on what is right for you and the organisation. This could be through your everyday tasks, through hands-on experience, structured programs, formal qualifications, coaching, or informal learning opportunities.
Job description Job responsibilities
We are seeking practitioners who thrive upon innovation and are not averse to change. It is essential that you are a keen public health advocate who can demonstrate delivery of the healthy child programme. You will need to have the ability to work autonomously and as part of an integrated skill mix team.You need to have excellent communication skills and experience of working in partnership across organisational boundaries.You will need experience and knowledge of safeguarding children and families.You will need to be able to drive.
PURPOSE OF JOB: This service includes the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme by Health Visitors, Public Health Nurses and support staff. The service is a separate service but integrated in the Council's Early Help Teams and is focused on providing a strong universal input to all children and families antenatally and in the early years.
Intensive support will be provided to families and children aged 0-6 identified as having greater needs. The postholder will act as a named health visitor for specific families and will be responsible for:
To Deliver and evaluate an efficient and cost effective Health Visiting service for an identified population.
Delivering the national and local public health agendas in response to identified health and social need.
Working in partnership with other agencies including GPs and Early Help to meet agreed standards, objectives and statutory requirements to keep children healthy and safe.
Managing vulnerable caseloads, attending safeguarding, child protection and other professional meetings where appropriate.
Assisting as appropriate in providing an integrated approach to performance management, quality standards and service delivery within the 0-6 Childrens Health Service
Delivering new ways of working using evidence based practice.
Maintaining strong, positive working relationships with other services/ agencies and professionals aligned to the 0-6 Children's Health Service.
Our offer
We can offer you opportunities for personal and professional development. The Children's Health Team has a strong champion role structure which helps support the service and development of staff by encouraging involvement of HV's in their area of interest, for example we are currently training practitioners in video interactive guidance (VIG), and as lactation consultants. In Children's Health we support new areas of practice such as the development of a safe sleep tool and embedding the Solihull approach.
At Lincolnshire County Council we strongly believe in supporting our HV's and provide regular clinical and safeguarding supervision.
For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship programme in place to aid your development.
There is the opportunity for career progression through the G9 and G10 pay-scales depending on knowledge and experience.
If you have contributed to the NHS pension for one year this can be continued and NMC annual professional fees are paid.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Closing date: 27th September 2026
Interviews to be held on or around WC 5th October 2026
If you require any further information, please contact-Locality Health Manager Lyndsay Bushnell 07741605900 [email protected]
Locality Health Manager Alison Sharp 07741605799 [email protected]
At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Thats why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your worklife balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
A relocation package may be considered for the successful candidate. More details relating to our Relocation Policy can be found here.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact [email protected].
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
Our values collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible guide everything we do. Were looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- Registered General Nurse or Midwife - Specialist Community Public Health Nursing - Health Visiting qualification - Member of relevant professional body with an active NMC registration
Desirable
Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Lincolnshire County Council
Address 3rd Floor, Lancaster House
36 Orchard Street
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN1 1XX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://jobs.lincolnshire.gov.uk/home.html (Opens in a new tab)