FAQs
What is the duration of this position?
This is a fixed term 12-month contract to cover a secondment.
What qualifications are required for this role?
Candidates must be qualified school nurses who have undertaken training to be a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse: School Nurse and have current NMC registration.
What is the primary focus of this job?
The primary focus is on improving the health and wellbeing of children and young people within the community, with a strong emphasis on public health.
Where will the work take place?
The position is school and community-based, at various sites as required by the needs of the service, covering primary, secondary, special schools, and Pupil Referral Units.
What specific programs will be delivered in this role?
The role involves delivering the Healthy Child Programme across allocated schools and planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating health improvement programs.
Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?
Yes, this position offers excellent opportunities to progress and develop leadership skills while strengthening public health knowledge and skills.
How does the organization support diversity and inclusion?
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is committed to ensuring equality and values diversity, as reflected in their policies, procedures, and People Plan; all staff are expected to embody the Trust values.
Who should I contact for further details or informal visits?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Avril Cummings or Laurel Adibe, Senior School Nurses, at the provided email addresses or telephone numbers.