NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
The post holder will hold SCPHN (School Nursing) master’s level qualification with key responsibilities for a caseload of children and young people as an integral member of the team to deliver on the agreed pathways for School Nursing as per transforming nursing roles strategy.
At present we focus of Emotional Health and Wellbeing providing evidence based intervention after assessment ,analysis and plan of care to improve wellbeing and outcomes, child protection and transition work with a view to increasing to 10 agreed pathways as per school nursing specification SCPHN nurse will also support preceptorship to junior staff and students including post registration SCPHN students Experience and knowledge of emotional health and wellbeing tier 1 and 2 interventions and a knowledge and skill base in child protection essential.
You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
1. Location based in Glasgow City School health service
2. Permanent Contract
3. Full-time position (37 hours weeks)
4. The shift pattern for this post isMonday-Thursday 08:30-16:30 and Friday 08:30-16:00
Key responsibilities:
5. The post holder is responsible and accountable for the management of the caseload to ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. These will be developed in partnership with children and young people, families, carers and significant others, and will be evidence based taking into consideration the lifestyle
6. Support a culture of continuous quality improvement through participation in research, audit, client feedback and reflection on practice by self and other members of the team.
7. Participate in supervision (managerial, clinical, child protection) as per NHS GG&C Policy.
8. Undertake appropriate Continual Professional Development to support delivery of nationally agreed clinical care pathways to meet locally identified needs for school aged children and young people.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
The post holder will possess:-
9. First level registration
10. Specialist Community Public Health Nursing –School Nurse or Public Health Nurse Degree on 3rd part of the Nursing and Midwifery Council register
11. Evidence of ongoing post registration personal/ continuous professional development (CPD)
12. Evidence of CPD to include participation in essential CAMHS training and modules provided by Higher Educational Institutions to support implementation of nationally agreed refocused School Nursing role.
13. Current Driving Licence
14. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of current Public Health Initiatives at national and local levels.
15. Knowledge of Getting it Right for every Child and the Children and Young Person (Scotland) Act 2014
16. Knowledge of relevant Sign Guidelines/Best Practice Statements
17. Knowledge and understanding of current Child Protection National and Local Guidelines
18. Experience of working with children and young people
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
19. A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
20. Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
21. Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
22. Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
23. Enhanced pay for working public holidays
24. NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
25. Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
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From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
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