Job summary Our School Nursing Service within the 0-19 Public Health Service in Shropshire and Telford are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to train School Nurses, studying Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) in partnership with Wolverhampton University. Starting in September 2026 this full time programme provides both academic study and hands on learning through placements within the Shropshire and Telford area. Your time is divided between university, supervised community practice and study days. You'll gain a postgraduate diploma and the in-depth grounding and required skills to support children's development and give them the best start in life. Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment. Main duties of the job To complete the required further education at level 7 in order to provide and maintain a high standard of skilled School Nursing Practice for individuals, groups and communities in a variety of settings in accordance with the accredited faculty syllabus. The student School Nurse works under the direction of the Practice Educator. The student will also work along side qualified SCPHN School Nurses within the team. To work with Practice Educators and SCPHNs and the university lecturers to reflect on academic learning and practice, contribute to assessment of progress, plan learning objectives and submit academic coursework according to university deadlines. About us Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust provides community-based health services for adults and children in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and some services in surrounding areas too. These range from district nursing, health visiting and running four community hospitals through to providing very specialist community care through talented and dedicated staff. Patients, carers and the public play a vital role in helping us to develop and improve our services and we are constantly looking for ways to work with local communities, patients and the public to innovate and improve. Have a look at the Have Your Say section of our website to find out how you can feed back your experiences and help us to continually improve. Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is an exciting place to work. It offers a wide range of employment opportunities for many people. Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust positively encourages applications from all areas of the community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. We are committed to ensuring people who work for the community trust have a good working life - and a good work life/home life balance. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role. Please identify in your application (supporting information section) which geographical area you are applying for - Shropshireor Telford. Successful candidates will be expected to bring a current portfolio to interview. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role. Please identify in your application (supporting information section) which geographical area you are applying for - Shropshireor Telford. Successful candidates will be expected to bring a current portfolio to interview. Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Current Registration with the NMC as a Level 1 Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife. First degree in Nursing. Portfolio evidence of continual professional & academic development. Maths and English (Level 2) Experience Essential A wide range of community based, children related or transferable experience. Up to date, post registration experience. Evidence of continual professional development. Knowledge & Skills Essential IT skills and computer literacy. Evidence of continuing post basic training. Up-to-date knowledge of current Government and Local initiatives and how these translate into practice. Understanding of School Nurse and Public Health role. Evidence of research-based practice. Evidence of health promotion activities. Knowledge of Child Protection legislation. Other Essential Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Current Registration with the NMC as a Level 1 Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife. First degree in Nursing. Portfolio evidence of continual professional & academic development. Maths and English (Level 2) Experience Essential A wide range of community based, children related or transferable experience. Up to date, post registration experience. Evidence of continual professional development. Knowledge & Skills Essential IT skills and computer literacy. Evidence of continuing post basic training. Up-to-date knowledge of current Government and Local initiatives and how these translate into practice. Understanding of School Nurse and Public Health role. Evidence of research-based practice. Evidence of health promotion activities. Knowledge of Child Protection legislation. Other Essential Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post 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. 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.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information 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. 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.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust Address Telford Public Health Nursing Service/ Shropshire school nursing 14 Leornard Street/ Shropshire Coral House SY1 3GZ OakenGates / Shrewsbury /Shropshire SY1 3GZ TF2 6EU United Kingdom Employer's website