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South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation TrustAll children deserve to have the Best Start in Life. If improving health outcomes for children and families interests you and you would like to join a thriving, innovative service that puts children, young people, and their families at the centre of all that they do, then we look forward to hearing from you. We are inviting registered nurses, registered mental health nurses, and midwives to be sponsored for the upcoming academic year commencing in September 2025. You will be trained to become a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Health Visitor. As a student SCPHN, you will be part of Early Help and Prevention, working alongside multi-agency, voluntary, and Local Authority partners. Your training will include gaining the knowledge and skills to lead in the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme pre-birth to 5 years, supporting local and national public health initiatives, and improving outcomes for our most vulnerable families and children. The programme is offered on a fixed-term basis, full-time for 52 weeks starting September 2025. The training schedule is Monday to Friday, with fixed annual leave throughout the programme. Academic studies will take place at Northumbria University, and your practice placement will be in South Tyneside Borough. Main duties of the jobTo work initially under supervision, then independently as a student health visitor with responsibility to influence the health and wellbeing of children and families to improve life chances and ensure every child has the Best Start in Life. To develop the knowledge and skills to lead the delivery of the National Healthy Child Programme through home visits, clinics, and multi-agency settings such as Family Hubs. To collaborate with a wide range of partner agencies to support children and families in need, including cared-for children and those with child protection concerns. To develop skills to become the Lead Professional for assessment, early identification, and care planning for vulnerable families and children with additional needs, including implementing targeted programmes like Early Help Plans, postnatal depression support, and Solihull behaviour management. To work in collaboration with local statutory, voluntary, and mainstream services to ensure children and families can access necessary health and support services. About usPlease add your telephone number to your application form for quick contact if required. One Team One Trust— We are committed to putting people first, providing accessible services, and fostering a culture of research, innovation, and equality. We promote respect, fairness, and civility in our work environment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups. Supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing is a priority. We offer high-quality education, training, career progression, and flexible working options. The Trust employs around 8,300 staff and provides hospital services to a community of approximately 430,000 residents, with some services extending to a population of up to 860,000. Our staff benefits include a Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries, chaplaincy support, and childcare assistance.The Trust will not accept applications that are AI-generated. Job responsibilitiesRefer to the attached job description for full duties. Maximise learning to integrate theory with practice as a specialist practitioner in Health Visiting. Successfully achieve the BSc (Hons) in Specialist Community Practitioner in Health Visiting. Develop competency in delivering health visiting services to an identified caseload. Initially support and then deliver universal Healthy Child Contacts. Recognize the importance of partnership working to support children's and families' development. Deliver against national and local health improvement targets. Develop skills in risk assessment and management related to Safeguarding Children and Adults. Adhere to the Trust's vision, values, and behavioural standards. Person SpecificationQualificationsRegistered first-level nurse/midwife with the NMC. Possess a BSc (Hons) 2:2 or above, or equivalent (240 credits, Level 7 study evidence). For non-native English speakers, IELTS 7.0 or equivalent, with at least 7.0 in listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Counselling qualification. ExperienceAbility to teach groups and individuals. Experience in change management. Experience working with families and children. Experience in community settings. Physical SkillsAssist clients with mobility as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy. Driver with access to a vehicle. Skills and KnowledgePrioritise tasks effectively. Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing. Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate good interpersonal skills. Be flexible, motivated, and proactive in career development. Work independently and use initiative. Effective counselling skills. Participate in and facilitate group and project work. Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis role requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust#J-18808-Ljbffr