Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - Health Visiting
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Posted
- 21/09/2026
- Closes
- 04/10/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This role is for a Band 6 Health Visitor to join a dynamic and supportive team in Oldham. You will manage a diverse caseload, delivering universal, enhanced, and intensive health services to children and families aged 0-5 years. The position involves contributing to innovative practices, collaborating with local authorities, and shaping the future of health visiting services. It's an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.
Essential criteria
- Current Registration as a Midwife or Nurse on Part 1 of the NMC register
- Registered Specialist Community Health Public Nurse (SCPHN) in Health Visiting or due to complete in the near future
- Registered Independent Nurse prescriber
Desirable criteria
- Non-medical Nurse Prescriber V300
- Teaching and assessing qualification
- Professional registration
- Registered Nurse or Midwife with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)
- Knowledg, Training and experience
- Knowledge of recent legislation impacting on Community Health Care and Health Visiting practice
- Evidence of professional/clinical
- Knowledge acquired through CPD and experience
- Displays a good clinical knowledge which is based on research evidence
- Evidence of ability to coordinate and organise work both on an individual basis and within a team
- Good understanding of local and national policies relating to child health
- Experience of working with different communities including minority and ethnic groups
- Experience of community development working
- Evidence of involvement in change/project management
- Evidence of additional training relevant to role (motivational interviewing /Solihull approach /NBO)
- Experience of managing staff following HR management procedures e.g experience in managing sickness
- Skills and abilities
- Demonstrates involvement and leadership in teaching and mentorship
- Demonstrate ability to work within multi -agency/professional setting
- Professional leadership qualities/team player
- Able to analyse and make the decisions in relation to patient risk and care in complex cases
- Effective communicator. Articulate verbally and written
- Able to provide and receive complex or sensitive information
- Ability to travel to different geographical locations across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
- Demonstrates evidence of involvement in development of protocols and clinical audit
- Full UK driving license with willingness to use own car for work purposes
- Current Registration as a Midwife or Nurse on Part 1 of the NMC register
- Registered Specialist Community Health Public Nurse (SCPHN) in Health Visiting or due to complete in the near future
- Registered Independent Nurse prescriber
- Non-medical Nurse Prescriber V300
- Teaching and assessing qualification
- Professional registration
- Registered Nurse or Midwife with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)
- Knowledg, Training and experience
- Knowledge of recent legislation impacting on Community Health Care and Health Visiting practice
- Evidence of professional/clinical
- Knowledge acquired through CPD and experience
- Displays a good clinical knowledge which is based on research evidence
- Evidence of ability to coordinate and organise work both on an individual basis and within a team
- Good understanding of local and national policies relating to child health
- Experience of working with different communities including minority and ethnic groups
- Experience of community development working
- Evidence of involvement in change/project management
- Evidence of additional training relevant to role (motivational interviewing /Solihull approach /NBO)
- Experience of managing staff following HR management procedures e.g experience in managing sickness
- Skills and abilities
- Demonstrates involvement and leadership in teaching and mentorship
- Demonstrate ability to work within multi -agency/professional setting
- Professional leadership qualities/team player
- Able to analyse and make the decisions in relation to patient risk and care in complex cases
- Effective communicator. Articulate verbally and written
- Able to provide and receive complex or sensitive information
- Ability to travel to different geographical locations across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
- Demonstrates evidence of involvement in development of protocols and clinical audit
- Full UK driving license with willingness to use own car for work purposes
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
Posted 1d ago · Closes in 13d
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Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - Health Visiting
The closing date is 04 October 2026
Job summary
Join Our Vibrant Health Visiting Team
Are you a passionate Band 6 Health Visitor seeking a fulfilling opportunity? Look no further. We invite you to become a vital part of our dynamic and supportive team in Oldham
At our Health Visiting service, we embrace both seasoned professionals and newly qualified Health Visitors with open arms. Here, your expertise will shine as you contribute to a diverse and rewarding caseload, making a tangible difference in the lives of families within our community.
We are at the forefront of pioneering new and innovative practices.
Collaborating closely with local authorities and health services, we tackle unique challenges while fostering an environment that thrives on creativity and fresh ideas. Your voice matters here - we actively encourage you to share your thoughts and insights to help shape the future of health visiting.
Join a team where your passion and skills will be valued, and where the potential for personal and professional growth is limitless. Don't miss this chance to make a significant impact in a community that needs you.
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