Specialist Community Public Health Nurses

Overview

Bolton Hospital NHS Foundation Trust’s Children’s Integrated Health and Wellbeing Service is recruiting a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse – School Nurse to work in Bolton, Greater Manchester. The role supports the Healthy Child Programme, delivers universal and partnership health and development reviews, and works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to protect and promote child health.

• Manage a universal plus and partnership plus caseload of children and families in Bolton.
• Provide health and development reviews, health promotion, and screening, tailored to each child’s needs.
• Lead on the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, including assessment of strengths, needs and risks.
• Offer additional support during key times to protect children and families at risk.
• Collaborate with local agencies, schools, and community partners to safeguard and improve outcomes.
• Mentor pre‑ and post‑registration students and staff, and support professional development.
• Use information systems and evidence‑based practice for problem solving and service improvement.

• NMC registration and Specialist Community Public Health Nurse – School Nurse qualification (SCPHN) or pending.
• Demonstrated safeguarding and early intervention experience.
• Evidence of CPD, EBP, leadership and mentoring skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience in multidisciplinary and public health settings.
• Proficiency with information systems and clinical knowledge relevant to the post.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with good organisational and prioritisation skills.
• European Computer Driving Licence and knowledge of local community is desirable.

Competitive holiday allowance (27 days rising to 33 days), NHS car‑lease scheme, technology and cycle‑to‑work schemes, on‑site gym, NHS discounts and Vivup. We provide a dedicated personal development plan, mentoring opportunities, and a supportive working environment.

Applicants from all sectors of the community are welcomed. Bolton Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunity employer.