Job summary
- Main area
- 0-19 Community School Nursing
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- 18 months (fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
- Job ref
- 425-25-7419419
- Employer
- Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Centenary House
- Town
- Sheffield
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 29/09/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 07/10/2025
Employer heading
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse: School Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
Fixed Term | Full Time
Interview date: Tuesday 7th October 2025
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with a current NMC registration and a full driving licence. You will bring a solid background in mentorship and a strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
Confident in fast-paced settings, you demonstrate effective leadership and possess in-depth knowledge of the health needs of children, young people, and their families. Your excellent communication and coordination skills, combined with your ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, make you an essential contributor to delivering high-quality, responsive care.
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Team Leader
- Support the Team Leader in managing complex situations, including participation in investigations related to disciplinary matters and other concerns, in line with Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust (SCNHSFT) policies and the established governance framework.
- You’ll manage caseloads, guide a skill-mixed team, and support governance processes.
- As the lead nurse, you’ll represent the service in strategic initiatives, foster multi-agency partnerships, and champion safe, effective care. This is a chance to influence change, drive service improvement, and lead by example in a dynamic and supportive environment.
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, and Leaders in Children’s Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England — and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire — in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts — helping you thrive 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.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2232 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.
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
- Registered Nurse
- Current registration with NMC
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse: School Nursing
- Mentorship Qualification
- Evidence of recent CPD including study in relevant fields
Desirable criteria
- Nurse Prescribing, (nonmedical)
- Post Graduate study relevant to the post
Experience
Essential criteria
- Relevant experience working as a School Nurse or equivalent
- Significant experience of working with children and young people
- Significant recent practice with vulnerable children and young people
- Significant recent experience of safeguarding
- Experience of health promotion and public health frameworks
- Demonstrable experience of leadership of a team project group or work stream
- Demonstrable experience of Health Needs Assessment and Profiling
- Mentoring/supervision of junior staff and students
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working within a multi- Agency Team
- Experience of presentation, teaching or training individuals or groups
- Experience of Audit
- Motivational Interviewing techniques
- Experience of clinical care and assessment
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
- Health Needs Assessment and Profiling
- Public health, health promotion theory and healthy settings framework
- Change management theory
- An understanding of evidence-based practice principles, Child development - physical and emotional
- Safeguarding Experience and Understanding of vulnerable populations
- Knowledge of current local and national policies and strategies relating to children, young people and school nursing
- Problem solving skills and Prioritisation skills
- IT skills
- Be either a car driver with a valid driving licence, or have access to an alternative means of transport
Desirable criteria
- Experience of delivering immunisation and vaccination
- Ability to collate health information and data
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lorna Foulds
- Job title
- 0-19 Team Leader, School Nursing
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07772062549
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