Student Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (School Nurse)
The closing date is 12 June 2026.
Job Summary
This is a unique opportunity to complete the Post Graduate Diploma in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN), starting September 2026, with pathways in School Nursing. The 52‑week Level 7 programme, delivered by Liverpool John Moores University, will equip you with the advanced skills and knowledge required to meet the NMC SCPHN Standards of Proficiency. You will gain hands‑on experience through a high‑quality placement in St Helens, supported by a dedicated Practice Assessor, Practice Supervisor, and Academic Assessor. This is an exciting development route into a specialist public health nursing career, making a real impact on children, young people, and families. The selection procedure will be undertaken jointly between Service representatives and the University. Students must successfully complete the taught theory and practice elements of the programme before they can register and practice as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse. Throughout the programme, you will experience practice in a range of different settings and areas of practice to enable you to develop understanding of the breadth of Specialist Community Public Health Nursing practice. Internal successful candidates will be seconded from their substantive post. External successful candidates will be offered a Fixed Term 12‑month contract with WCHC.
Main duties of the job
* Provide comprehensive assessments of the health needs of clients.
* Raise awareness about health and social well‑being and related factors, services, and resources.
* Raise awareness about the actions that groups, and individuals can take to improve their health and social well‑being.
* Develop, sustain, and evaluate collaborative work.
* Collaborate in a multi‑disciplinary environment to ensure children are safeguarded.
* Develop capacity and confidence of individuals and groups, including families and communities, to influence and use available services, information and skills, acting as an advocate where appropriate.
* Identify and evaluate service provision and support networks for individuals, families and groups within the local area.
* Identify individuals, families and groups who are at risk and in need of further support.
* Develop and sustain relationships with groups and individuals with the aim of improving health and social well‑being.
* Undertake screening of individuals and populations and respond appropriately to findings.
About Us
Wirral Community NHS Foundation Trust is a high‑performing, forward‑thinking organisation committed to delivering outstanding, compassionate care across our communities. We are proud to be rated “Outstanding” for Caring by the CQC and recognised for our strong culture of teamwork, innovation, and professional development. As a Trust, we are passionate about supporting our workforce to grow, thrive, and achieve their career ambitions. Colleagues benefit from a welcoming, inclusive environment where wellbeing, continuous learning, and high‑quality supervision are prioritised. We champion flexible working, value diversity, and actively encourage staff to bring ideas that help shape and improve our services. Joining us means becoming part of a community‑focused organisation that makes a real difference to children, young people, families, and adults across Wirral and beyond.
Details
Posted: 29 May 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 pa (pro rata)
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 844‑7961220
Location: St Helens 0‑19 Localities, WA11 7PQ, United Kingdom
Person Specification
Essential:
* Current first level registration
* Degree in Nursing or midwifery or evidence of recent successful study at level 6 or 7
* 2 years post‑registration experience of professional practice
* Appreciation and application of research in professional practice
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to plan and organise own work
* Ability to study independently at Level 7
* Understanding of the role applied for
* Sound knowledge of health policy relating to Public Health and Primary/Community Care
* Aptitude to work cohesively within a team
* Computer literacy skills
* Leadership potential
* Be able to independently travel across a defined geographical area to deliver care
* Reliable, innovative, flexible, good interpersonal skills
* Be able to adapt to student role / status
Desirable:
* Up to date Professional Portfolio demonstrating evidence of reflective practice
* Experience of supervising or assessing students
* Provide an academic reference
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.
Employer details
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
St Helens 0‑19 Localities
St Helens
WA11 7PQ
United Kingdom
Website: https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/
Employer contact details
Education Lead
Tracey McGlory
tracey.mcglory@nhs.net
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