Band 5 Public Health School Nursing, Development Post
The closing date is 28 April 2026
The Community Public Health Staff Nurse will work in partnership with children and families, supporting delivery of evidence‑based care programmes in line with the Healthy Child Programme (updated February 2026) across a range of settings, including home, school, clinic and community venues. The role contributes to the Public Health agenda, meets Public Health targets and reduces health inequalities in partnership with key agencies, working under the supervision of a Band 6 Specialist Community Public Health Nurse.
Main duties of the job
Work as an integrated member of the 0 to 19 Torbay team, providing high quality services and interventions to families and carers with children aged 0 to 19 years (25 if SEND) and empowering them to make decisions that affect their family’s future health and wellbeing. Undertake the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme under the direction of the School Nursing workforce, and be aware of the impact of trauma on children’s life outcomes.
Collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team to offer public health services and family support in a variety of settings, including home visits, clinic settings, schools, children’s centres and other community venues.
Under the direction of the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse, work with the multi‑agency team to support children, young people and families in need of additional support, including participating in Team Around the Family meetings and supporting Child Protection Meetings where appropriate. Act as lead professional or key worker for children and families with the most complex needs.
Comply with Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust’s policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures.
Job responsibilities
Maintain clear and accurate records in accordance with standards and guidelines, ensuring clear analysis and outcomes for the child.
Undertake clinical activities within the scope of professional practice.
Plan, implement and evaluate health‑enhancing activities to meet the health needs of the local population within the scope of the role, and the commissioned service through home visits, community development, clinics, workshops, support groups, antenatal and parenting programmes.
Develop a work profile, identifying needs as Universal, Universal Plus and Universal Partnership Plus.
Identify children and families in need of Early Help through an Early Help assessment and act as Lead Professional as required.
Support the SEND pathway and support SEN workstreams.
Identify when children and young people may require an Individual Health Care Plan and complete these yearly in conjunction with parents, educational establishments and the multi‑professional team.
Co‑work with the allocated Health Visitor/School Nurse on agreed caseloads.
Undertake transferin visits under the direction of the line manager and allocated Health Visitor/School Nurse.
Deliver public health messages and support health education sessions.
Act in accordance with current local and Trust guidelines/policies to protect children at risk. Take professional responsibility and accountability in the joint decision‑making process within the Child Protection arena. Communicate effectively with people who may have communication difficulties, including willingness to use resources for those whose first language is not English or those with sensory or learning difficulties.
Communicate in a way that empowers, motivates and supports individuals, families and other staff, choosing the most effective approach for the current health need or situation.
Respect the confidential nature of the work and understand the complex issues surrounding consent for children and young people (e.g. contraception, teenage pregnancy and parental responsibility).
Work with a variety of people from differing backgrounds, requiring effective communication skills to understand and manage individual needs.
See children, young people and families in a variety of settings, remaining confident and competent to manage distressing and complex situations while maintaining professional integrity.
Qualifications and Training
* Part 1 NMC Registration
* Evidence of Continued Professional Development
* Assessor in Practice
* Experience of working with children and young people
Knowledge and Experience
* Knowledge of the role of the health visitor & school nurse
* Ability to use reflective tools in practice
* Team player
* Knowledge of how diversity, inequality and cultural issues impact on health and wellbeing
* Knowledge of the Healthy Child Programme 0 to 5 years and 5 to 19 years
* Knowledge of normal child development
* Awareness of the importance of the child’s voice in care delivery
* Knowledge of the National immunisation programme
* Knowledge of the UNICEF responsive feeding guidance
* Experience in participating in health promotion activities
Specific Skills
* Working with children, young people & families
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Aware of a range of emotions in self and others and demonstrates empathy for the concerns of others
* Ability to move between tasks
* Experience of working in a community setting
* Delivering public health messages
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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