Specialist Community Public Health (SCPHN) Programme Health Visiting & School Nursing
Fixed Term 12 Months
Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Qualified registered nurses or midwives are invited to apply to undertake the Specialist Community Public Health (SCPHN) Programme. You will gain a Specialist Public Health Nursing Qualification in Health Visiting or School Nursing and will be joining a service that is forward‑thinking, innovative, and committed to training.
We are looking for registered nurses or midwives who are innovative, motivated, and enthusiastic about the public health agenda. You will require a family‑centric approach and a desire to improve health outcomes for children, families, and young people in Devon.
Main duties of the job
You will be given a 12‑month fixed‑term contract at Agenda for Change Band 5 to undertake an MSc/PGDip Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Course (Health Visitor or School Nursing) at the University of West of England. The 52‑week programme commences September 2026 and is completed September 2027, consisting of academic study and clinical placement within a Healthy Child Programme 0‑19 locality team in various settings across Devon. You will be allocated a supervisor and assessor who will offer support and guidance in achieving learning outcomes for practice.
Successful completion of the programme will lead to registration on Part 3 of the NMC Register.
About us
* Employee Assistance Program
* Preceptor Programme
* DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon.
* Happy to talk flexible working—The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work, e.g. hybrid working, part‑time, condensed hours etc.
* We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
* This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
* We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required.
* This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse or Midwife educated to degree level.
* Evidence of continuing professional development and evidence of academic study within the last 5 years.
* Healthcare or nursing related is preferable.
Person Specification
Experience
* Knowledge of National and local policy in Children's Service and of the Public Health agenda.
* Ability to apply theory to practice.
* Delivery of evidence‑based practice.
* Child Protection awareness.
* Knowledge and application of clinical governance.
* Experience of working with Public Health activities.
* Experience of teaching or mentorship.
* Experience of working within a community setting.
* Experience in assessment of health needs, evaluation and action planning.
* Ability to understand and implement LSCB safeguarding guidelines and their importance in safeguarding children.
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.
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