Are you interested in pursuing a career in the community as a School Nurse, working with children and families to improve their health and well‑being?
Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer suitable applicants, an exciting opportunity to develop their career by undertaking the Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) School Nursing Course. This is run as a joint programme between Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust and Bucks New University.
During the course, your time will be split between practical training within a School Nursing Team and academic study. The practice placements are offered in Bracknell Forest, Wokingham, Reading and West Berkshire.
The course commences in September 2026 and is currently offered on a full‑time basis only. Please ensure that you indicate if you have commenced the course previously in another university and the reason you did not complete.
The course is run at Post Graduate Diploma – level 7. Detailed information about the courses can be found by accessing the university websites or contacting them directly.
If you are interested in a career with BHFT as a School Nurse, we offer support throughout your training, and there is a requirement to take a substantive post as a School Nurse when you qualify for a minimum period of 2 years, subject to availability of vacant School Nurse posts within BHFT.
Responsibilities
* 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 specialist practice student School Nurse works under the direction of the CPA, who is a member of the locality Health Visiting Team. The student will work with their School Nursing Supervisor's client group under supervision.
* To work with CPA and 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.
* To assess and re‑assess care needs, develop, implement and evaluate packages of care in liaison with and under the direct tutelage of the CPA / Supervisor.
Qualifications
* Meet the university entrance requirements and be able to evidence the academic ability to study at a minimum of level 6.
* Current NMC qualification as a nurse at time of application.
* Evidence of a period of completed preceptorship.
At Berkshire Healthcare, we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.
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We welcome talent from all backgrounds and offer guaranteed interviews to disabled applicants and armed forces community members who meet the minimum criteria.
Please note we may close positions before the advertised date.
If you need help with your application, please contact us on [email protected].
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Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Values
* Caring for and about you is our top priority
* Committed to providing good quality, safe services
* Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Benefits
* Flexible working options to support work‑life balance
* 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
* Generous NHS pension scheme
* Excellent learning and career development opportunities
* 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
* Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
* Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
* Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
* Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
* Free parking across Trust sites
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