Student Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - Health Visitor
Job overview
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Student Health Visitor
Hybrid role - 12 months fixed term - Full Time
Join us at Sheffield Children’s, where as part of the 0-19 Health Visiting Team, you will help deliver the Healthy Child Programme to children, young people, and families. You'll work in partnership with other agencies to promote and protect health and well-being across the community.
We’re looking for a compassionate, dedicated person who values respect, accountability, and strives for excellence. You will be committed to the Trust’s values and the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion, and demonstrate a commitment to succeeding in the SCPHN course.
The position is subject to securing funding.
Please note the salary for this position will be capped at the mid-point of Band 5, up to £32,324 per year
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Practice Assessor, Practice Supervisor, and Course Leader, under supervision you will:
- Assess and identify health needs with individuals, families, and communities
- Support and empower individuals, families and communities to improve their health.
- Deliver evidence-based care in a range of settings.
- Continuously evaluate and review health related care packages with service users and other professionals.
As a Student Health Visitor, you will:
- Complete University-based learning as part of the Sheffield Hallam University SCPHN course.
- Complete practice-based learning to meet NMC standards for specialist practice.
- Build healthcare knowledge with a focus on disadvantaged and vulnerable communities.
- Develop skills to provide safe and transformational care within the 0-19 Service.
Working for our organisation
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children’s Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children’s health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts—helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected].Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria- • Current NMC Registered Nurse (Adult, Child, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health) or Midwife.
- • Evidence of continuous professional development and self-directed learning.
- • 120 credits at Level 6 (degree level) or equivalent
- • Level 7 study (master’s level)
Experience
Essential criteria- • Experience of working effectively within a team.
- • Experience of working without direct supervision and managing own workload.
- • Experience of applying evidence based practice and use of research.
- • IT skills.
- • Experience of working with children and families.
- • Experience of working within the community.
- • Experience of multi-agency working.
- • Experience of audit / evaluation / research.
- • Experience in a leadership role.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria- • An understanding of Public Health and the role of the Health Visitor.
- • An understanding of the current policies relating to Health Visiting.
- • An understanding of equality, diversity, anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice.
- • An understanding of leadership.
- • An understanding of issues related to safeguarding
- • An understanding of the different approaches used in caring for children and families.
- • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- • An understanding of the role of other professionals involved in the care of children and families.
- • An awareness of the wider health legislation/policies/strategies affecting children.
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria- • An awareness of the demands of Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visitor) course and a commitment to succeed.
- • Empathetic, non- judgemental and client focused.
- • Due to the requirements to attend Sheffield Hallam University and to undertake visits and transport non-portable equipment, the post holder is required to be either a car driver with a valid licence, or have access to an alternative means of transport.