This Band 5 Community Staff Nurse post is within the Worcestershire 0–19 Public Health Nursing Service on a 12-month fixed-term basis. The role supports the Healthy Child Programme through assessments, public health interventions, early help and targeted support for children, young people and families. Posts are in 0–5 Health Visiting or 5–19 School Nursing teams across Wychavon, Worcester, Wyre Forest and Bromsgrove, with 37.5-hour and 30-hour options. Applicants need active NMC registration and a nursing degree.
What the job involves
- Support delivery of the Healthy Child Programme for children aged 0–19
- Work mainly in a 0–5 Health Visiting or 5–19 School Nursing pathway while contributing to integrated 0–19 services
- Assess children’s, young people’s and families’ health, wellbeing and development
- Offer advice, support and early intervention, and refer to services where appropriate
- Promote physical and emotional wellbeing, healthy lifestyles, positive parenting and resilience
- Support children and families through developmental and educational transitions
- Deliver evidence-based public health interventions and contribute to High Impact Areas and local priorities
- Work with schools, early years settings, Family Hubs, health professionals and partner agencies
- Contribute to safeguarding and child protection, promoting children’s welfare
- Work across multidisciplinary teams and share information in line with local procedures
- Maintain accurate clinical records and follow professional, organisational and information governance standards
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and continuing professional development
Qualifications
- Nursing degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
Registration & licences
- Active NMC registration as an Adult, Child, Learning Disabilities or Mental Health nurse
Experience
- Experience, including clinical placements, in community health, public health or a similar setting
- Exposure to working with children, young people and families
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of child development, common health concerns and children’s physical, emotional and social needs
- Understanding of public health nursing and the value of community-based care
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook and electronic health records
- Basic understanding of health and developmental assessments, with willingness to learn and apply them under supervision
- Understanding of safeguarding, identifying and reporting concerns, and multi-agency working for child and family safety
- Teamwork and clear communication; willingness to develop communication of sensitive or complex information
Nice to have
- Awareness of public health policies, including the Healthy Child Programme, early intervention and safeguarding frameworks
- Knowledge of or exposure to Ages and Stages Questionnaires or Outcomes Star
What’s offered
- 27 days’ leave plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with long service
- NHS pension
- Enhanced pay for unsocial hours
- Flexible and agile working opportunities
- Maternity, paternity and adoption support
- Staff networks
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
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0-19 Community Staff Nurse in Birmingham employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
