We have an exciting opportunity within our Family Nurse Partnership (FNP) programme for a part time Family Nurse. The FNP is a national evidence-based, licensed programme that forms the specialist level of the healthy child programme for young parents and their babies.
The aim of the programme is to improve antenatal health, child health, and development and parental economic self-sufficiency in disadvantaged young families.
FNP is voluntary for eligible clients and offered in a strengths-based, trauma-informed way to support engagement. The programme is offered to first-time parents, and while the mother is the primary client, fathers and partners are actively encouraged to participate.
Part Time Hours – 30 hours per week.
Interviews scheduled for Wednesday 2nd December 2026.
The Care Group reserves the right to close this advert early where we have received a high number of applications, and we encourage candidates to submit their applications promptly.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will be responsible for delivering all aspects of the Healthy Child Programme (HCP), with a focus on fostering the clients self-efficacy, personal growth, and capacity for sensitive, responsive parenting. The role requires highly developed specialist knowledge and skills underpinned by theoretical frameworks, advanced clinical training and experience.
- The post holder will sit within the FNP team, which is part of the 0-19 Public Health Nursing Service, and provide an intensive, preventive home visiting programme to young parents who are most at risk of poor outcomes.
- Undertake specialist training in all elements of the FNP programme.
- Deliver the HCP and support their clients to access and engage with local services and agencies such as Neighbourhood Health Teams, Best Start Family Hubs, education, and primary care.
- Develop and apply high level specialist skills to work within the clinical methods of the structured programme, integrating evidence-based approaches and continually building expertise through team learning and supervision.
- Establish therapeutic relationships with clients and work intensively with families experiencing complex situations, using programme tools and materials to achieve positive outcomes.
- Use high level interpersonal and communication skills to provide and receive complex and often highly sensitive information.
The closing date is 22 November 2026.
Family Nurse (Waltham Forest FNP) – Tower Hamlets GP Care Group employer: Tower Hamlets GP Care Group
Tower Hamlets GP Care Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises the well-being of both employees and the communities they serve. With a strong focus on professional development, you will have ample opportunities to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in Waltham Forest. The flexible and remote working options further enhance work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in healthcare.
Contact Details:
Tower Hamlets GP Care Group Recruitment Team
