Are you passionate about improving the health, wellbeing and life opportunities of children and young people? Do you want to work as part of a forward‑thinking, trauma‑informed and values‑driven School Nursing Service? If so, we would love to hear from you.
About The Role
As a School Nurse (SCPHN), you will work autonomously to deliver the 10 Priority School Nursing Pathways, supporting vulnerable children and families. Our priority pathways are:
* Mental health and emotional wellbeing
* Substance misuse
* Sexual Health
* Youth Justice
* Child protection
* Domestic abuse
* Young carers
* Homelessness
* Looked‑after children
* Transitions
You will assess health needs, provide early and targeted intervention, ensuring the voices, rights and wellbeing of children and young people are central to all decision‑making. Working in partnership with Education, Social Work, CAMHS, community partners and families, you will contribute to coordinated, high‑quality support through the GIRFEC framework. You will have the opportunity to deliver meaningful public health interventions, make visible improvements in outcomes, and build therapeutic relationships.
What We’re Looking For
* Registered Nurse or Midwife with a Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (School Nursing) qualification
* Strong assessment, clinical and analytical skills
* Demonstrates trauma‑informed, child‑centred and rights‑based practice
* Knowledge/experience in child protection
* Able to navigate complex and sensitive situations with professionalism
* Works effectively with multi‑agency partners
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Committed to continuous improvement, learning and reflective practice
* Confident managing a caseload and working independently
* Basic knowledge of IT systems
* Valid driving licence
What We Offer
* Permanent, term‑time only contract
* Supportive team culture and regular case supervision
* Opportunities for continued professional development
* Involvement in local and Grampian‑wide School Nursing developments
* A rewarding role where you will make a real difference in the lives of young people
Interviews Scheduled
Interviews are scheduled for 5th May 2026.
Additional Information
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part‑time hours will be reduced pro‑rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
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EEO Statement
As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.
Informal Enquiries
School Nurse Team Leader - Kelly Jarvis, 07876 258757, kelly.jarvis2@nhs.scot.
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