Overview
School Nurse SCPHN Student – Waltham Forest 0-19 Services
Join to apply for the School Nurse SCPHN Student role with NHS via Tower Hamlets GP Care Group. This is a development role to train as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) (School Nurse) with guaranteed future employment opportunities on successful qualification.
Job Responsibilities
* Undertake a one-year full-time training course (50% theory & 50% practice) combining university study and clinical placements in Waltham Forest 0-19 services.
* Participate in practice placements in Waltham Forest, supported by Practice Education Facilitators, practice supervisors and practice assessors, ensuring links between theory and practice.
* Work within the Healthy Child Programme (5-19) and lead on coordination with the skill mix team and local service providers to support children and families.
* Develop knowledge, skills and competencies to achieve higher practice level and qualify as a SCPHN health visitor; upon completion, apply for Band 6 SCPHN roles with guaranteed employment through the GP Care Group.
Qualifications and Essential Skills
* NMC Registered Nurse and/or NMC Registered Midwife
* Current UK professional registration
* Two:2 degree qualification or above
* At least 1 year post-registration experience
* Ability to travel extensively across Waltham Forest and surrounding areas to meet educational and clinical requirements
* Desirable: car owner/driver (community-based role)
Knowledge and Abilities
* Demonstrate knowledge of current Child Protection legislation
* Understanding of the role of the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse
* Awareness of developments in Public Health and related policies
Descriptor
On successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a SCPHN (School Nurse) and may apply for Band 6 health visitor roles via guaranteed employment with the GP Care Group.
About the Employer
Tower Hamlets GP Care Group is a community interest company delivering primary care services and supporting general practices in Tower Hamlets. Further information at the employer website: gpcaregroup.org.
Details
* Band: Band 5 (paid at mid-point)
* Contract: Fixed term; Duration: 12 months
* Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
* Location: Chingford Health Centre, 109 York Road, London, E4 8LF
* Date posted: 01 September 2025
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