Job summary STUDENT Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visiting) sponsorship. September 2025 intake Location: Wandsworth, Merton, Richmond Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing our services to diverse communities/boroughs in 11 London Boroughs. Children, young people, and families are our focus and passion, and we are looking for highly motivated qualified nurses and midwives committed to providing the best possible care to undertake the Post Graduate Diploma (Level 7) Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting & School Nursing) qualification commencing in September 2025. This one-year full time course will be jointly undertaken with our partner universities : Kings College, Brunel University, and London South bank University. This is your chance to join our teams and to develop your career with the Trust. Alongside the support that you will receive from the University, you will be supported throughout your training by a passionate team of Practice Assessors/Supervisors in the 0-19 team, and the CLCH Academy. This opportunity is being offered at pay band 5 level. Main duties of the job You must be a qualified nurse/midwife with active registration on part one, or part two of the NMC register (NMC PIN number should be provided within the application) Must hold a 2.2 or above in a Nursing Degree (UK Level 6) Ability to study at level 7. About us Just as we care about our service user's wellbeing, we care about yours We can offer you: A comprehensive induction into the Trust and local induction to introduce you to the role 0-19 services. Bespoke housing is available for key workers within central London: https://www.sharetobuy.com/ Car lease scheme T&C's apply Flexible working options Annual travel card loan Training, support, and development in your career To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here:https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits Please refer to the attached Job Description and Persons Specification. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS dependent on work base Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 824-CORP-6993021 Job locations South West (Richmond, Wandsworth, Merton) London TW11 0JR Job description Job responsibilities To fulfil the requirements of the Specialist Community Public Health Nursing programme by attending university course dates and practice placement days in accordance with university regulations. To work with the service, practice assessor/supervisors to develop the skills and competencies to achieve NMC Registration Standards for Specialist Community Practice. With the support of the service, practice assessor / supervisor, to link the theoretical knowledge gained through the university programme to the practice situation. To demonstrate an understanding of current and emerging national, regional and local healthcare legislation, policies and guidelines as they pertain to chosen pathway. To develop/build on skills of caseload and team leadership and management. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities To fulfil the requirements of the Specialist Community Public Health Nursing programme by attending university course dates and practice placement days in accordance with university regulations. To work with the service, practice assessor/supervisors to develop the skills and competencies to achieve NMC Registration Standards for Specialist Community Practice. With the support of the service, practice assessor / supervisor, to link the theoretical knowledge gained through the university programme to the practice situation. To demonstrate an understanding of current and emerging national, regional and local healthcare legislation, policies and guidelines as they pertain to chosen pathway. To develop/build on skills of caseload and team leadership and management. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities. Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Current NMC Registration for nursing or midwifery: Adult nurse, children's nurse, mental health nurse, learning disability nurse or midwife 2.2 or above in a nursing degree (UK level 6) Desirable Evidence of continual professional development at level 6 Experience Essential Evidence the ability to work well as part of a multi professional team Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the public health agenda, and an understanding of how this relates to communities, children, families, and young people Demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and commit to the academic timetable for the course Evidence of involvement in the management of difficult situations and conflict resolution Desirable Experience of managing staff within a team Evidence of working without direct supervision and managing own workload Relevant experience of working with children and families Skills and Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the Public Health role of contemporary health visiting/school nursing & working in community settings Knowledge of local and national policies which influence the provision of health visiting/school nursing Current knowledge of safeguarding issues Knowledge of quality issues, the audit process and clinical governance Academic ability to study independently at degree or postgraduate level Good computer literacy skills e.g. Microsoft word, excel Excellent, adaptable communication skills both written andverbal Numeracy and Literacy skills Ability to support children and families to make informed decisions in relation to their health and well-being Demonstrate ability to adapt to working within a changing environment Demonstrate knowledge of research - based practice Evidence of supporting equality and valuing diversity in ownpractice Desirable The ability to travel to a variety of sites within the Trust is essential Travel requirements are dependent on trust of choice - car driver/owner is required by some trusts (see applicationinstructions) Walking or cycling are acceptable forms of transport in some trusts Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Current NMC Registration for nursing or midwifery: Adult nurse, children's nurse, mental health nurse, learning disability nurse or midwife 2.2 or above in a nursing degree (UK level 6) Desirable Evidence of continual professional development at level 6 Experience Essential Evidence the ability to work well as part of a multi professional team Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the public health agenda, and an understanding of how this relates to communities, children, families, and young people Demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and commit to the academic timetable for the course Evidence of involvement in the management of difficult situations and conflict resolution Desirable Experience of managing staff within a team Evidence of working without direct supervision and managing own workload Relevant experience of working with children and families Skills and Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the Public Health role of contemporary health visiting/school nursing & working in community settings Knowledge of local and national policies which influence the provision of health visiting/school nursing Current knowledge of safeguarding issues Knowledge of quality issues, the audit process and clinical governance Academic ability to study independently at degree or postgraduate level Good computer literacy skills e.g. Microsoft word, excel Excellent, adaptable communication skills both written andverbal Numeracy and Literacy skills Ability to support children and families to make informed decisions in relation to their health and well-being Demonstrate ability to adapt to working within a changing environment Demonstrate knowledge of research - based practice Evidence of supporting equality and valuing diversity in ownpractice Desirable The ability to travel to a variety of sites within the Trust is essential Travel requirements are dependent on trust of choice - car driver/owner is required by some trusts (see applicationinstructions) Walking or cycling are acceptable forms of transport in some trusts 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Central London Community Health Trust Address South West (Richmond, Wandsworth, Merton) London TW11 0JR Employer's website https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)